Job Description
DVRPC's Office of Smart Growth connects housing, transportation, and land use to create healthy, prosperous, and resilient neighborhoods throughout Greater Philadelphia. This Office is seeking an intern for the fall of 2025 to support projects related to housing and zoning reform. We are flexible in terms of work arrangements and would expect one day (7.5 hours) of availability each week. The ideal candidate will demonstrate interest in housing and land use planning and be familiar with smart growth planning principles. Based on interests and availability, the intern may be able to contribute to other projects being undertaken this year.
Candidates with strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills are encouraged to apply. Individuals proficient in the use of GIS and the Adobe Creative Suite to conduct spatial analysis and create maps are particularly attractive to the department.
Responsibilities
- Assist professional staff with research, data collection, and data analysis.
- Generate text, tables, and graphics to be used in digital products, presentations, planning reports, and memos.
Job Requirements
- Prior experience and/or interest in housing, zoning, and/or real estate development is preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience with general regional planning, economic development, and smart growth principles.
- Excellent writing and communications skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
- Basic knowledge of the Philadelphia region is desirable.
Availability
Ability to start on September 2, 2025 is preferred. This position requires a commitment of up to 7.5 hours per week (one day).
Compensation
$17 per hour for interns currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. $20 per hour for candidates currently pursuing a Master’s degree. Students with Work-Study funding are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Education and Training
Must have completed at least ONE YEAR of a college/university program or be enrolled in a master's program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training, plus substantial experience, interest, or involvement in transportation engineering or planning.
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To be considered for this position, please submit your resume, a cover letter and a writing sample.
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DVRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full consideration will be given to all eligible, qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, domestic or sexual violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy), national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation; or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Minority, female, and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.