Legislative Planning Intern - Planning and Development

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Planning and Development works in collaboration with communities to promote, plan, preserve, and develop successful neighborhoods for all. Reaching these goals requires city agencies to work together with residents, businesses, developers, advocates, funders, and each other. Planning and Development has a team of agencies that do just that. Our agencies include: Philadelphia Art Commission, Philadelphia City Planning Commission, Division of Development Services, Division of Housing and Community Development, Philadelphia Historical Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment. We also partner with the PHDC. The intern’s work will include working on creative housing options for the H.O.M.E. project, assist in map editing for the zoning code.

Requirements

• Research
• PDF Editing
• Adobe Writer
• Microsoft Office
• Undergraduate level studies in History, Public Policy and Planning
• Must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Responsibilities

• Working on creative housing options for the H.O.M.E. project
• Assist in map editing for the zoning code

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
• Wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Tuition Discounts and Scholarships (10% to 40% savings)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED