High School – Business Support Internship Job Description - M

M-1 RAIL Internship
Program:
High School Intern Business Support
Services
Education High School Students entering their Junior or Senior year for the 2015-2016 academic school year in
addition to 2015 graduates.
Level
Job
Closing
Date
Friday, April 24, 2015
Employer: M-1 RAIL
Address: 1426 Woodward Avenue
Contact Person: Nicole Brown
Phone: 313.483.8077
Posting Date: April 24,015
Nature of Business: Transportation Non-Profit
City/State: Detroit, MI Zip: 48226
Title: Community Relations Manager
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: May 11, 2015
Overview:
The M-1 RAIL Business Support Services Intern will provide overall support to the Downtown Detroit Partnership Small
Business Success Manager and Detroit Experience Factory Executive Director in implementing the downtown business
support strategy for the M-1 RAIL Woodward Avenue Streetcar Project. The ideal candidate will have to possess strong
analytical, organizational and communications skills. A successful candidate will possess creative problem solving skills and
have and the ability to interact with small businesses, ultimately building a relationship with them. This candidate should
thrive in a fast paced environment while being attentive to details.
He/She must be comfortable working in a diverse community interacting with stakeholders from a variety of racial, ethnic,
religious and social-economic backgrounds. Candidates must also have experience performing community outreach and
service based projects. Experience using graphic design software such as Adobe CS5 is highly desired, but not required.
Enrollment in DECA, Junior Achievement are desired but not required. This opportunity is open to students entering their
junior and senior year for the 2015-2016 academic school year, in addition to 2015 graduates. Applicants must live in
the City of Detroit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Assist in the coordination of DDP Sidewalk Level Small Businesses and M-1 RAIL Project Update Meetings
Assist in the facilitation of business outreach activities
Participate in the execution of the Walk Your City campaign
Assist in the coordination of M-1 RAIL promotional district tours
Conduct transit ridership survey
Assist in maintenance of merchandising center
Contribute copy for M-1 RAIL Blog, “On the Line”, and other external communications pieces
Participate in meetings to help in strategy evaluation and refinement
Update DDP Small Business Success Reports
Assist with general office duties
1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
1.800.511.3931
[email protected]
m-1rail.com
facebook.com/m1rail
@M1RAIL
M-1 RAIL Internship
Program:
High School Intern Business Support
Services
Qualifications:
Required:
o Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Hootsuite
o Academic background comprised of classes taken in the following areas:
 Communications
 Civics
 Economics
 Business English
o Previous experience in managing community outreach events or service projects
o Strong attention to detail
o A minimum of a 2.5 GPA
o Detroit Residency
o Schedule flexibility
o Reliable transportation
o A familiarity with the Greater Downtown District of Detroit (Downtown, Midtown, New Center and North End
neighborhoods)
Anticipated Work Schedule and Other Job Specifications:
No. of Hours per Week: 20
Days/Times Preferred: Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Flexibility to work
some evenings and weekends are expected
Start Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Expected End Date: Friday, August 14, 2015
*To participate in internship you must be available to attend a three part mandatory program orientation on
beginning Tuesday, June 16th.
Compensation: Paid
Application deadline: Please submit your cover letter, resume and two references by 5 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2015 by email,
mail or hand delivery to:
M-1 RAIL
1426 Woodward Avenue
Detroit, MI 48226
Email: [email protected]
Interview and Section Process:
Candidates selected to participate in the interview stage will be notified by Tuesday, May 12, 2015. Interviews will take place
May 13th – 20th. Offers of employment will be made by May 22, 2015.
1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
1.800.511.3931
[email protected]
m-1rail.com
facebook.com/m1rail
@M1RAIL
M-1 RAIL Internship
Program:
High School Intern Business Support
Services
About:
M-1 RAIL is a non-profit organization formed in 2007 to lead the design, construction and future operation of a 3.3-mile
circulating streetcar along Woodward Avenue between Larned Street and West Grand Boulevard in Detroit, Michigan.
Mission:
The mission of M-1 RAIL is to create a catalyst for investment, economic development and urban renewal that positively
impacts the entire region through the construction of a streetcar circulator system running along and connecting Woodward
Avenue from the Riverfront to the New Center and North End neighborhoods.
Vision:
The M-1 RAIL Woodward Avenue Streetcar project is envisioned to be one element of a future modern, world-class regional
transit system where all forms of transportation, including rail, bus, vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian, are considered and
utilized to build a vibrant, walkable region that includes a thriving Downtown Detroit. This city center is envisioned by
supporters of M-1 RAIL to become a foundation for growth and prosperity throughout the surrounding neighborhoods
adjacent to the Central Business District, Midtown, New Center and North End.
We affirm that we are an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race,
color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited
1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
1.800.511.3931
[email protected]
m-1rail.com
facebook.com/m1rail
@M1RAIL