Citizens Planning Institute Intern
About The Position
The Department of Planning and Development’s Citizens Planning Institute is in search of a Fall 2026 Intern. This intern will work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week, in person. The intern’s duties may include, but may not be limited to the following: Interview alumni and draft Citizen Planner in Action stories for the CPI website, Develop quarterly CPI newsletter and alumni newsletter, Assist with Fall course development and logistics, Create promotional videos for the program and the CPI in a Box resource, Assist with alumni group programming, Assist with Comprehensive Plan –Phila2050-- engagement tactics and data analysis. The essential functions for this internship may include: communications; writing, interviewing, comfort with emailing and calling members of the public.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in Graduate Level Studies in Community Development, Public Administration, Social Work, or Communications
- Basic MS Office proficiency required
- Resume and Cover Letter with Application
Nice To Haves
- GIS skills are preferred but not required
- Constant contact
- Wordpress
- Videography
Responsibilities
- Interview alumni and draft Citizen Planner in Action stories for the CPI website
- Develop quarterly CPI newsletter and alumni newsletter
- Assist with Fall course development and logistics
- Create promotional videos for the program and the CPI in a Box resource
- Assist with alumni group programming
- Assist with Comprehensive Plan –Phila2050-- engagement tactics and data analysis
- Communications; writing, interviewing, comfort with emailing and calling members of the public.
Benefits
- Unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave
- Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
- Eligibility into the discounted medical plan through wellness program
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Generous retirement savings options
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility
- Tuition discounts and scholarships (10% to 40%)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
