This internship is hosted by Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST), with funding from the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions.

Qualifications:

Eligible students must be enrolled – or accepted for enrolment – in a fulltime undergraduate or graduate program at one of the following institutions: UVIC, UBC, SFU or UNBC.

Students must either be returning to complete their degree programs following the internship or have completed their programs the semester prior to the start of the internship. Please indicate on your cover letter that you are a student at one of these institutions.

About BEST Mobility:

Since 1991, Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST) has worked to make sustainable transportation options better and more accessible. Our programs include initiatives that promote sustainable transportation and mobility equity, including programs to help newcomers, high school students and seniors have access to the transportation options they need. We believe that everyone should be able to move
around their communities safely and with dignity.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Program Coordinator – Youth Sustainable Transportation will continue to develop BEST Mobility’s sustainable transportation education program for youth and high school students across Metro Vancouver. This initiative introduces young people, in particular high school students, to multi-modal transportation options – including car-sharing, bike-sharing, scooter-sharing, transit and cycling – to help them build healthy habits and the skills to explore their communities sustainably, confidently, and safely. The project aims to shape youths’ attitudes toward active and sustainable transportation by building awareness, habits, and advocacy skills early in life.

The Program Coordinator will take a lead role in developing a strategy to amplify the reach and impact of this program, and lead content development, workshop coordination and facilitation. This role also contributes to research, evaluation, and knowledge-sharing related to youth engagement in active transportation and sustainable transportation advocacy.

• Develop a strategy to expand the impact of BEST’s multi-modal education programs for high school students and youth
• Support project planning and the development of workshops and engagement materials for youth, students, and teachers
• Collaborate with partners, conduct outreach to high schools and youth-serving organizations, and schedule workshops
• Support and lead workshop facilitation, including note-taking, survey administration, and data collection
• Assist with basic data analysis and contribute to evaluation activities
• Research and prepare a brief report on best practices in youth engagement in sustainable transportation and how they can be integrated into BEST’s workshops and materials
• Refine training materials based on feedback from teachers and community collaborators
• Assist in drafting a final project report highlighting lessons learned, successes, and opportunities for scalability.

Skills and qualifications

• Proven experience in project planning, coordination, and/or leadership
• Experience facilitating groups (preferably youth) or delivering workshops for diverse populations
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Experience with data collection and basic quantitative data analysis
• Experience engaging with stakeholders and community partners
• Graphic design skills (e.g. Canva)
• Passion for active transportation, youth engagement, climate action, and advocacy for better travel choices
• Experience in project coordination
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required

How to apply:

To apply please send your resume and one-page cover letter as one pdf document with the subject line “Program Coordinator – Youth Sustainable Transportation” to human.resources@best.bc.ca by Feb 20, 2026.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion statement:

BEST is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

We recognize that experience and qualifications come in many forms, and if you don’t meet every single requirement listed but are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. Applications from Indigenous people, Immigrant and Refugee people, Black people, non-binary and Two Spirit people, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals are strongly encouraged. Your lived experiences, along with your passion and skills, could be exactly what we’re looking for.