School Transportation Student Intern at SchoolSpring in Framingham, MA

Summary: Framingham Public Schools is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive educational environment. They are seeking a School Transportation Student Intern to assist the Department of Transportation with analytical and operational tasks focused on bus route optimization and efficiency planning. Responsibilities: - Assist the transportation team in analyzing current school bus routes to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and opportunities for optimization - Utilize GIS and specialized transportation routing software to map, simulate, and adjust routes for the upcoming school year - Input and audit student enrollment data and address updates to ensure accurate bus stop assignments - Review and report on key transportation metrics, such as ride times, fuel efficiency, and bus capacity utilization - Support the Department of Transportation with day-to-day summer preparation logistics and clerical duties - Prepare, review, proofread, and edit written communications (e.g., business letters, memoranda, route adjustment notifications) to ensure clarity and accuracy Required Qualifications: - Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Urban/Transportation Planning, Data Analytics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field - Bachelor degree in related field is required - Ability to take direction and feedback well, adjusting effectively and independently - Exceptional written and oral communication skills, paired with strong interpersonal and customer service abilities - Ability to speak to parents and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language - Ability to operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software, including but not limited to the Google Suite - Highly motivated, creative, displaying a high degree of maturity, integrity, and capability to work independently to support district needs - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community - Work with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds in an equitable, inclusive, and culturally proficient manner - Maintain regular and punctual attendance to ensure consistent department operations and district-wide support - React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations, such as behavioral issues or environmental changes - Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organizational skills - Perform duties with awareness of district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies - Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive student/employee records in accordance with FERPA/603 CMR 28.00 Preferred Qualifications: - Masters degree in related field is preferred - Practical, hands-on experience or coursework involving data entry, spreadsheet management, mapping tools, or logistics planning is preferred - We welcome candidates who bring perspectives from non-traditional educational backgrounds or an understanding of underrepresented experiences Required Skills: Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Data Analytics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Data Entry, Spreadsheet Management, Transportation Routing Software, Google Suite, Cultural Proficiency