Job Description

The Comprehensive Planning Team at the Philadelphia City Planning Commission is seeking a research intern for the Comprehensive Plan Update. This will include doing research of various data sets on multiple topics and producing reports based on the research. The work will also include helping to build out an online platform for the project.

Essential Functions

Research and Writing

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Hard-working student with strong research and writing skills, experience with statistical research and analysis, and knowledge of MS Office software.

Work-Life

Working hours are generally 8 hours per week. Our team is currently hybrid with both virtual and in-office days.

Qualifications

Applicants must be a graduate student in city planning or comparable field with experience in research and writing for various projects. Degrees include Political Science, History, City or Urban Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Government

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, writing sample and resume.

Hourly Rate: $15/hour

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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