Fall Intern - Planning Department in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

Working Title of Vacant PositionFall Intern - Planning Department
Job Type: Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type: Intern
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PLANNING
Division: PLANNING
Requisition Number: 2026328
Number of hours worked per week: Up to 30
Work Schedule: Up to 30 hours per week; Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday; Ability to attend meetings and events outside of regular schedule. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: N - Never
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:

Job Description:

• Project Support: Provide support to planning staff on various projects including the Deep Creek Area Plan, Western Branch Area Plan, and other comprehensive planning efforts.

• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on land use, zoning regulations, and development trends. Analyze data to support planning initiatives and projects.

• Community Engagement: Assist in organizing and participating in community meetings, workshops, and outreach events to gather public input on planning projects. Participation is schedule dependent.

• Mapping and GIS: Utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) tools to create maps, analyze spatial data, and support planning activities.

• Document Preparation: Assist in the preparation of planning documents, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

• Administrative Tasks: Perform general administrative tasks such as data entry.

Required Qualifications:

Job Open Date: 07/07/2026
Job Close Date: 07/19/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work;
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by supervisor;
• Performing the tasks assigned by supervisor;
• Demonstrating honestly, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn;
• Conform to the guidelines of the internship work site.