(E3) Community Development Intern

Under general supervision the Community Development Intern will support key planning and housing initiatives within the Citys Community Developmentdivision includingassistingwith research data collection outreach and analysis related to federally guided planning efforts and local housing internship is designed to provide a meaningful hands-on learning experience in municipal community development with exposure to policy implementation grant-supported planning and collaboration with nonprofit and community partners.

Professional development benefits of the internship program include the ability to access additional assessments and resources to enhance self-awareness and professional development participate in tours and discussions with key departments to learn about their roles as well as attend a city council meeting (or view via Channel 19) to obtain knowledge of the decision-making processes of local government and the role of the department in supporting city-wide policies and initiatives.

1. Assistwith data collection analysis and public outreach efforts supporting the Citys 5-Year Consolidated Plan.
2. Support the development of Fair Housing Planning efforts including research and preparation of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing.
3. Conduct outreach to local nonprofit organizations toidentifycommunity needs service gaps and opportunities for collaboration.
4. Assistwith the implementation of the Citys Housing Action Plan through research benchmarking and best practice review.
5. Prepare summaries research materials and supporting documentation related to community development and housing initiatives.
6. Deliver a weekly presentation to staff on a topic related to planning housing or community development selected by the intern.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required:

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in Community Development Construction Science Agricultural Systems Management Public Administration Urban Planning Political Science Government Sociology GIS Statistics or a related field.

• Knowledge of research techniques methods and procedures.

• Proficiency with personal computers and common office software applications.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage professionally with staff and community partners.

Preferred:

• Professional municipal government experience.

• Interest in the practical application of Federal Regulations and grant administration.

• Experience or coursework in public engagement community development or project research.

Hours:30-40 hours/week; May 18 2026 July 31 2026

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Intern