Policy Intern

Organization: All Aboard Ohio
Location: Remote (Ohio-based applicants preferred)
Type: Unpaid Internship (Academic credit available upon request)
Duration: 10–15 weeks | Approx. 8–10 hours per week

All Aboard Ohio is looking for a detail-oriented and policy-savvy Policy Intern to support our advocacy work around passenger rail and public transportation. This intern will assist in monitoring legislation, conducting research, and helping prepare materials for decision-makers and the public.

• Track federal, state, and local transportation policy developments
• Conduct research on transportation trends, ridership data, and funding mechanisms
• Draft briefs, fact sheets, and summaries of legislative proposals
• Support campaign and coalition-building efforts around AAO’s policy priorities
• Attend or monitor public meetings, hearings, and webinars when applicable

• Interest in public policy, urban planning, political science, or transportation
• Strong research and writing skills
• Ability to analyze legislation and communicate it clearly
• Experience using data and presenting findings in a concise format
• Organized, curious, and eager to learn

• Hands-on experience contributing to real policy and advocacy efforts related to public transportation in Ohio
• A deeper understanding of the intersection of transportation, equity, and public policy
• Exposure to state and local legislators, transportation officials, and planning professionals
• Opportunities to network with advocacy leaders, elected officials, and nonprofit policy experts
• Development of research, writing, and policy communication skills
• Mentorship from AAO board members and access to a statewide professional network
• Eligibility for academic credit or capstone project alignment (based on institutional approval)

Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest (300–500 words) to John Esterly ting samples related to policy or research are encouraged.