Legislative Planning Intern - Planning and Development job
About the Company
The City of Philadelphia is a best-in-class city that attracts top talent. With a workforce of over 30,000 people across more than 1,000 job categories, it offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. The city values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work, providing a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care, and benefits.
The Department of Planning and Development collaborates with communities to promote, plan, preserve, and develop successful neighborhoods. Its agencies include the Philadelphia Art Commission, Philadelphia City Planning Commission, Division of Development Services, Division of Housing and Community Development, Philadelphia Historical Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment.
About the Role
The intern will work on creative housing options for the H.O.M.E. project and assist in map editing for the zoning code.
Responsibilities & Skills
- Research
- PDF Editing
- Adobe Writer
- Microsoft Office
Requirements
- Undergraduate-level studies in History, Public Policy, or Planning
The successful candidate must become a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire.
Benefits
- Transportation: Unlimited free public transportation via SEPTA’s Key Advantage program (buses, subways, trolleys, regional rail).
- Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Health Coverage: Comprehensive health benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
- Wellness Program: Discounted medical plan eligibility.
- Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Retirement: Generous retirement savings options.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Education Discounts: Tuition discounts (10%–40%) and scholarships through partnerships with local colleges, extending to spouses and dependents in some cases.
Pay
Hourly Rate: $17.62