The Eno Center for Transportation is accepting applications for Summer 2017 Thomas J. O’Bryant Transportation Policy and Finance Fellowship. This fellowship is designed to provide a professional development opportunity for aspiring transportation specialists. Successful applicants will gain in-depth knowledge of transportation infrastructure and operations as well as an understanding of the U.S. policymaking process through conducting research under the guidance of Eno staff, collaborating with transportation experts on publications, and assisting in the execution of programs conducted by Eno’s Center for Transportation Leadership.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE O’BRYANT FELLOW INCLUDE:
Assisting in the development of Eno reports and papers. Fellows will play an integral part in the research and development of transportation policy research documents, policy recommendations, and events. Projects cover various modes, sectors, and levels of government within transportation.
Contribute to the premier inside-the-beltway publication Eno Transportation Weekly (ETW). The fellow will be tasked with covering transportation related hearings on Capitol Hill, analyzing legislation, and developing think pieces for ETW.
Bridging the gap between research and policy.The fellow will participate in Eno’s outreach toward the policy community in Washington, DC, through participation in conferences, briefings, and private meetings.
Gaining in-depth knowledge of U.S. policymaking.The fellow will engage the policymaking community through association with the Board of Directors, Eno education programs, and briefings to policymakers.

Duration
Duration of the appointment is 10 weeks (start/end dates to be determined between successful candidate and Eno staff).

Qualifications
Fellowships are awarded to bachelor’s degree, master’s degree and Ph.D. students working in transportation, engineering, housing, urban planning, or related degrees. Fellows must have developed research skills and a strong writing ability.

Compensation
Fellows will be paid a stipend of $2,000 per month.

Deadline
Submit application materials by March 10, 2017. First round interviews will be held in late March.