Type: Internship from May 12 – September 12, 2025, 15-20 hours per week. 
Environment: Hybrid work environment combination of in-office and remote work.   
Other: Upon completion of the internship, the intern will begin a temporary paid position for 20 hours a week starting August 4th for 6 weeks, including Labor Day Weekend to work on Bike the Drive.    

About the Position  

Put some real experience on your resume! The Chicago region’s premier transportation advocacy non-profit, Active Transportation Alliance, is seeking a part-time event intern interested in a career in event/sports management, event marketing and production and volunteer management. Interns will gain a well-rounded experience in nonprofit special events, community outreach, volunteer engagement and logistics.   

Learn more about our work at www.activetrans.org. 
 

About You  

You are a community and team builder with a great personality. You value bringing people together and building collective strength. You communicate efficiently in both written and oral communications.  You are an aspiring event manager and would like to learn more about event execution. You enjoy spreadsheets, writing email content and other administrative duties.  

Most importantly you are a kind individual with a sense of humor and strong work ethic!  
 

About the Organization 

The Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization. Our vision is a Chicago region abundant with walking, bicycling, and public transit options to create healthy, sustainable, and equitable communities.  In partnership with thousands of members, hundreds of volunteers, and a wide spectrum of community partners, our dedicated team has been working for several decades to create more opportunities for people to travel safely, actively, and enjoyably. 

Active Transportation Alliance is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy status, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We work to practice the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion in all we do. 

Active Transportation Alliance is a small organization doing big work and that means team members take on projects outside department or role-specific expectations from time to time; we go all in to support each other and our success.   

About the Internship Role — Key Responsibilities  

Administrative/Outreach  

• Research and help manage confirmed volunteer groups for Bike the Drive alongside the Volunteer & Event Coordinator   

• Recruit youth and organizations for our Youth Scholarship Program  

• Manage the Adult scholarship submissions 

• Organize volunteer group information using spreadsheets  

• Manage the Salesforce Registration duplicates  

• Professionally respond to emails and make phone calls in a timely manner 

Event Logistics 

• Oversee Zello, a communications platform, and train staff and volunteers on this technology 

• Order food and beverages for volunteers and small events   

• Assist at our off-site storage unit and occasionally evening & weekend pre-event volunteer shifts 

Event Support         

• Assist with the customer service side of volunteer management and community outreach related to Bike the Drive   

• Assist with volunteer and exhibitor recruitment and coordination    

• Attend all volunteer trainings  and present Zello information which may fall on evenings or weekends in August  

Other Duties and Responsibilities  

• Attend BTD prep meetings weekly 

• Attend and participate in 1 Bike to Work Challenge Celebration Station and 1 Bike Month event  

• Participate in Active Trans obligatory organization-wide events and activities.   

• Participate in the implementation of  Active Trans’ Racial Equity Action Plan.  

About the Paid Position — Key Accountabilities 

• Serve as on-site Volunteer Tent Assistant on the day-of-event, Bike the Drive overseeing volunteers, exhibitors, and vendors 

• Attend all volunteer trainings and present Zello information and manage the walkie-talkie app leading up to the event 

• Attend Waiver Signing Events leading up to Bike the Drive 

• Assist Volunteer and Events Coordinator with production errands and customer support 

• Execute all final communications and logistical tasks with volunteers  

• Assist with Bike the Drive wrap up including Volunteer Appreciation Party, unloading and organization of the ATA storage unit, and assist with payments 

The Must-Haves 

We understand that people gain skills through a variety of professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. If you believe you have the skills to succeed in this role, regardless of your professional or educational background, we encourage you to apply.   

• A commitment to Active Transportation Alliance’s mission, vision, and goals.    

• A passion for the transformational nature of walking, bicycling and transit on social and racial equity, community livability and sustainability; or willingness to learn and  embrace same.    

• Able to be in-office at least two days a week and other times as needed. 

• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written.   

• Ability to successfully multi-task.   

• Appreciation  for  team-based work environments.   

• Excellent customer service skills.   

• Positive and jovial demeanor  

• Energy and  enthusiasm for in-person events.   

• Interest in event management, volunteer management, marketing, and/or general nonprofit work   

• Experience tracking items on spreadsheets   

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office. 

Preferred Experience   

• Prior special events experience, especially with large outdoor events.   

• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.  

• Spanish Speaker or bilingual is a plus.  

Physical Requirements   

• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.   

• Ability to  operate a computer.   

• Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods.   

• Ability to stand, walk and be on your feet outdoors for extended periods.   

• Ability to communicate and exchange information.