Position
AllTransitTM is a proprietary dataset created by CNT in order to measure transit
access and connectivity across the United States. It is
an online tool that facilitates the collection, normalization, aggregation, and
analysis of General Transit Feed
Specification (GTFS) data to determine fixed-route transit service. In addition to the publicly available GTFS
data provided by a small number of transit agencies, CNT has created GTFS
structured datasets for
all major agencies in regions with populations greater than 250k as well as a
large number of smaller regions and agencies. AllTransit data has been used in
CNT’s Housing + Transportation Affordability Index (http://htaindex.cnt.org/) and measures of transit access. CNT is currently
working on the development of other metrics and applications using the dataset.
The AllTransit Intern will help to update and
expand the database, as well as participate in the development of associated
measures and web tools. The successful candidate will be detailed oriented and
have experience with data entry. GIS and database management skills are
desired, but not a prerequisite. The position pays $10/hr and will require a commitment
of 20-25 hours per week through the summer.
Organization Description
Founded in
1978, the Center for Neighborhood Technology is a leader in promoting more
livable and sustainable urban communities. In fact, our work focused on sustainable development before the
term became as popular as it is today. As a creative think-and-do-tank, we
research, invent, and test urban strategies that use resources more efficiently
and more equitably.
Over the
years, CNT’s work, especially in the areas of climate, energy,
water, transportation and community development, has fueled a generation
of community development and learning institutions, earning CNT a reputation as
an economic innovator and leader in the field of creative sustainable
development.
To apply
please send your resume to Sofia Becker (sbecker@cnt.org).