Job Description
This position will support water-related planning efforts in DVRPC’s Office of Climate and Environment. The selected candidate will learn about various aspects of environmental planning while contributing to impactful work addressing critical water infrastructure challenges in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Tasks may include research, data collection and analysis, case study development, interviews with regional partners, and meeting preparation. The selected candidate may be responsible for report writing, GIS analysis, and webpage development, depending on project needs and the candidate’s interests and skills.
Responsibilities
- Conduct desktop research related to challenges facing small water systems, utility regionalization/collaboration, and financing options to address aging infrastructure.
- Develop case studies of communities that have participated in the Funding Navigator program, including conducting interviews and drafting case studies.
- Collect and analyze data for GIS mapping projects.
- Create a final product to be shared publicly, either on the website or in a webinar. Compile GIS, case studies, and other resources to be shared digitally.
- Support the ongoing work of the Office of Climate and Environment.
Qualifications
- Interest and experience in regional planning, environmental science, and/or water resource management and infrastructure planning.
- Ability to perform in-depth research independently, including conducting interviews.
- Ability to interpret and display data.
- Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
- Proficiency in the Google Suite is required, and GIS and Adobe Suite experience are a plus.
Availability
Ability to start on June 3rd, 2025 is preferred. This is a hybrid, full-time position requiring a commitment of 37.5 hours per week.
Compensation
Interns currently pursuing or holding a Bachelor’s degree will be paid $17 per hour. Those currently pursuing or holding a Master’s degree will receive $20 per hour. 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 planning.
Application
To be considered for this position, please submit both your resume and a cover letter
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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.