Planning and Community Development Internship

Job Description:
To create learning opportunities for an intern interested in a career as a City Planner.

Examples of Duties:
Collect data, conduct research on zoning-related tasks, perform document inventory, and provide technical and administrative support for the Department.

-Conduct reviews, with the guidance of staff, of rezoning applications and new development in the City.
-Attend City Council, Planning and Zoning Board, and other meetings.
-Assist staff with the newly adopted UDO and implementation of the Maple Avenue Corridor Plan.
-Prepare agendas and other materials for presentations.
-Provide excellent customer service both in and out of the office setting.
-Perform records inventory and scanning, data collection, database development, and document editing.
-Support staff with general office administration.

Qualifications:
Must be able to comply with instructions, meet deadlines, and be timely; contribute technical knowledge and creativity to department staff. Excellent organizational and communication skills are necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Earth, Adobe, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and website content development is desired. This position will occur in an office/indoor setting with occasional outdoor fieldwork. Appropriate business casual dress will be expected during working hours.