The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) in Dayton, Ohio has one full-time (30-40 hours per week) Planning/GIS internship position open during the Spring of 2025 (approximately from January 13, 2025 to April 25, 2025).
Internship Description:
The intern will assist the Community and Regional Planning department with various tasks, including:
- Planning and Policy Research
- Special Planning Studies including PLAN4Health and Regional Housing Studies
- Data Update, Map Production, and Map Application Development using Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Data compilation and analysis using the U.S. Census data
Applicants should possess: knowledge of planning principles and practices; proficiency in using GIS (ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online); familiarity with research techniques; and skill in the use of various basic software (word processing, databases, spreadsheets, Adobe Creative suites, etc.).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be currently enrolled in a degree (undergraduate or graduate) program in planning, geography, or related field
- Currently in the second year toward completing a Bachelor’s degree program.
- Use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver’s license are required for field work during working hours.
- Some practical professional experience preferred.
Submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to personnel@mvrpc.org.
Application deadline: October 18, 2024.
To learn more about Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, visit our website www.mvrpc.org.
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