Economic Development and Planning Intern

Lower Merion Township • Ardmore, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This part-time internship involves assisting the Planning Division of the Building and Planning Department with projects related to Economic Development to collect data and update Township planning documents, datasets, and webpages. Works under the general supervision of the Economic Development Specialist.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate or graduate student majoring in Planning, Economic Development, Community Development, Public Policy, or a related field required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must have transportation to get to assignment at various locations throughout Township.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to conduct outreach and interact with external organizations and businesses.
• Proficiency in creating and managing spreadsheets, managing databases, and data entry.
• Ability to conduct research and compile information in a report format.

Responsibilities

• Assists with outreach to businesses and property owners for the reimplemented façade grant program.
• Creates an Existing Conditions Report for the Haverford Commercial District, including developing mapping and photography.
• Works to develop catalog of unified streetscape furniture design.
• Gathers data and creates a database of property and building owners for future maintenance enforcement of sidewalk repairs and signage in Downtown Ardmore.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed