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Watershed and Development Research Intern

Watershed and Development Research Intern

CompanyCity of Philadelphia
LocationPhiladelphia, PA, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeInternship
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelInternship

Requirements

  • At least one year of coursework at the undergraduate level in land use planning, environmental science/studies, or civil engineering, geography, urban planning/studies
  • Familiarity with the Wissahickon Creek and adjacent neighborhoods
  • Ability to perform basic data analysis tasks with Microsoft excel
  • Some experience with ESRI products

Responsibilities

  • Systematically scan plans and other documents in the Commission’s records
  • Enter key information in a database or GIS system
  • Perform basic data analysis tasks
  • Field-check certain key sites as needed to verify outcomes of past PCPC decisions

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong research and writing skills
  • Ability to stay focused and perform consistently at sometimes repetitive tasks
  • Willingness to perform field work under supervision