LONG RANGE PLANNING INTERN

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assist with research and writing of policy reports and plans for the Philadelphia Metropolitan region. Issues to be addressed may include scenario planning, trends analysis, and air quality planning. Intern may be responsible for policy research, quantitative analysis, and GIS production depending on interests and ability.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The student will assist professional staff with research, data collection, graphic design, report preparation and public outreach. Intern may also participate or assist in meetings with stakeholders, study committees, and other government agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of and interest in regional planning issues in the Delaware Valley.
• Ability to perform in-depth research.
• Excellent writing and verbal skills.
• Initiative and ability to work both independently and in teams.
• High level of professionalism.

AVAILABILITY:
This position requires a minimum commitment of 8-15 hours per week (1-2 days/week) during the spring and fall semesters and 37.5 hours per week during the summer semester.

SALARY:
Students with PHEAA Work Study preferred. Unpaid internship optional.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Must have completed at least THREE YEARS of a college/university program or (preferably) be enrolled in a master’s program in planning or related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

TO APPLY:
Forward a cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.

DVRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full consideration will be given to all eligible, qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, lawful political affiliation, disability or marital status. Minority, female, and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.

Employment is contingent upon ability to comply with Immigration and Naturalization Service regulations which states when offered employment "identity and right to work in the United States" must be produced.

EOE M/F/D