Owen Noble
About Owen Noble
Owen Noble is a Research Analyst at The Urban Institute, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in GIS and community engagement, with previous internships at various organizations including the Minnesota Department of Transportation and The Brookings Institution.
Work at Urban Institute
Owen Noble has been employed as a Research Analyst at The Urban Institute since 2019. In this role, he contributes to research projects that focus on urban policy and social issues. His work involves analyzing data and providing insights that inform public policy decisions. The Urban Institute is known for its commitment to advancing understanding of social and economic challenges in urban areas.
Previous Experience in Transportation and Urban Affairs
Before joining The Urban Institute, Owen Noble gained experience in transportation and community engagement. He worked as a GIS Intern at the Minnesota Department of Transportation for eight months in 2018. Additionally, he served as a Community Engagement and Urban Affairs Intern at the Macalester-Groveland Community Council from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on urban issues in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Education and Expertise
Owen Noble studied at Macalester College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography, Data Science, and Urban Studies from 2015 to 2019. His academic background provides him with a solid foundation in urban analysis and data interpretation, which he applies in his current research role. He also attended South High School from 2011 to 2015.
Internship Experience
Owen Noble has completed several internships that have contributed to his professional development. He interned at The Brookings Institution as a Metropolitan Policy Program Intern for two months in 2019, where he engaged with metropolitan policy issues. He also worked as a Community GIS Research Assistant at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs from 2018 to 2019, focusing on urban and regional research.
Early Career Roles
In the early stages of his career, Owen Noble held various positions that enhanced his skills in technology and community support. He worked as a GIS Tutor at Highland Park High School for two months in 2017, and served as an ITS Help Desk Specialist at Macalester College from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Resident Assistant at Macalester College from 2016 to 2017.