Undergraduate Intern - Planning

The City of Naperville's Transportation, Engineering, and Development (TED) Department is looking for a motivated individual to serve as the Planning Intern. This position will work closely with the Planning team and is an excellent opportunity to network with City employees and to learn and work for a very progressive organization. The hours are Monday - Friday (8:00 am - 4:30 pm), mid-May to mid-August.

* Respond to inquiries from developers, realtors, organizations, City departments, and the public regarding planning & zoning

* matters and activities.

* Review permit applications for conformance to City codes and regulations. Perform research and request revisions as necessary.

* Provide assistance with Boards and Commissions such as the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Historic Preservation

* Commission

* Assist other City staff with zoning/code compliance inspection activities.

* General office work as needed

* Applicants currently working towards an undergraduate degree in Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, or similar programs are preferred.

* Experience with GIS

* Strong oral and written communication skills; and experience with Word and Excel.

* Be at least 18 years of age.

* Have a valid State of Illinois Class D Driver's License. Applicants should possess a driving history with no moving violations for at least the last twelve (12) months.

* Please note:

children, stepchildren, or grandchildren of City employees or City Council members are not eligible to apply.

* Any offer of employment will be contingent upon a pre-employment / post-offer drug screen.

The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago.  Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It's also a great place to work!

Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a dynamic & collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.

Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application.  Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.

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