Citizens Planning Institute Intern

06 Aug 2026

Citizens Planning Institute Intern

Position Summary The Department of Planning and Development’s Citizens Planning Institute is in search of a Fall 2026 Intern. This intern will work up to a maximum of 20 hours per week, in person.  The intern’s duties may include, but may not be limited to the following:  

§ Interview alumni and draft Citizen Planner in Action stories for the CPI website 

§ Develop quarterly CPI newsletter and alumni newsletter  

§ Assist with Fall course development and logistics 

§ Create promotional videos for the program and the CPI in a Box resource 

§ Assist with alumni group programming 

§ Assist with Comprehensive Plan –Phila2050 engagement tactics and data analysis Essential Functions The essential functions for this internship may include: communications; writing, interviewing, comfort with emailing and calling members of the public. Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The position would suit an enthusiastic detail-oriented student interested in community planning and citizen advocacy issues with good communication skills. Basic MS Office proficiency required. GIS skills are preferred but not required. Skills in the following a plus but not required: 

Constant contact  

 Wordpress  

Videography Requirements  Please submit a Resume and Cover Letter with Application.  

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