CAREERS AT TRI-COUNTY

Job Opportunities

The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is located in Lansing, the state capital of Michigan, around the corner from Michigan State University and home to a variety of recreational amenities, entertainment options, and diverse urban and rural living options. Tri-County offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement plan and medical, dental, vision, life, and long- and short-term disability insurance.

We are seeking dynamic, innovative, and driven individuals to join our team! View open positions below to see if you could be a fit for us.

Tri-County is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, weight, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.

To apply for a position with Tri-County, please submit a completed application, resume, cover letter, and any other documents requested in the individual job posting. An application is considered incomplete if required documentation is not provided. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. of the apply-by date.

To apply, you may do one of the following:

Email your completed application and requested documents to jobs@mitcrpc.org
Drop off your completed application and requested documents in person at the Tri-County office
Mail your completed application and requested documents to:

Attn: Greg Hoffman, Director of Finance & Operations

3135 Pine Tree Road, Suite 2C

Lansing, MI 48911

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Internship Program

Are you a student currently enrolled in a degree program or a recent graduate looking to gain work experience, integrate and apply academic studies to real-life situations, and establish a professional network for your career? Tri-County is seeking smart, dedicated, personable, energetic, skilled young professionals from a variety of backgrounds to join our internship program!

Areas of Interest

We offer a variety of internships for undergraduate and graduate students to work on special projects and collaborate with our different programs, including:

GIS and data analysis
Transportation planning/engineering
Communications (social media, events, graphic design, content development)
Urban planning and trending community issues
Don’t see an area of interest or study that you would like to pursue? Email us with your proposal, resume, and cover letter, and we will see what we can create!

Details & Requirements

While unpaid, our internships are a great option for those needing a flexible schedule and seeking careers in government, nonprofit, and private organizations. Tri-County’s internship program gives you the opportunity to get hands-on experience and learn about issues impacting communities across the country, all while you’re networking in the state’s capital city with industry professionals and key community leaders.

Internships typically occur during the summer (May – August), fall (September – December), or spring semester (January – April), but may be extended on a case-by-case basis. To participate in the internship program, individuals must:

Be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours per week (maximum 30 hours)
Have earned a minimum of 24 semester credits or 36 term credits before program entry
Demonstrate a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
Possess a valid driver’s license

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