GRADUATE INTERN

The Department of City Development (DCD) is seeking graduate students interested in urban planning, analysis, zoning, and community engagement to serve as Graduate Interns within the Planning Division!

Graduate Interns are provided with valuable career development opportunities to work on a wide variety of planning projects, including working closely with professional planners, residents, developers, and community partners to support DCD Planning projects and initiatives.

An internship with DCD provides exposure to the operations of a large city planning and development department and allows interns to help shape the future of Milwaukee neighborhoods in partnership with community stakeholders.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce committed to providing exemplary service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

The Graduate Intern supports the Planning Division of DCD by carrying out research, analysis, and community engagement tasks related to land use, urban design, zoning, and neighborhood planning and engagement.

Graduate Interns work approximately 19 hours per week and cannot exceed 1,019 hours per year while enrolled in a graduate program from an accredited college or university.

This is a fixed term appointment, which means that the incumbent is on probation for the duration of the appointment but may compete for internal transfer and promotional opportunities.

Urban Planning Research and Analysis

• Carry out data analysis and/or geographic information system (GIS) mapping to support department planning projects.
• Conduct research and analysis and prepare reports on land use, zoning changes and overlay zones, neighborhood and economic development, zoning code updates, and urban design to support zoning and development review.
• Assist Planning Staff with the review of zoning and design related development proposals.

Administrative Support

• Prepare materials for City Plan Commission meetings including PowerPoint presentations, staff reports, referral letters, and social media posts.
• Assist Planning Staff at in-person public meetings and City Plan Commission meetings, including supporting neighborhood engagement efforts and note-taking.
• Assist Planning Staff with the review of Board of Zoning Appeals cases.
• Assist the Planning Division with website updates, file management, and related tasks.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Hybrid work arrangements may be available; however, eligible candidates must be able to work in-person from the office, including attending City Plan Commission hearings and community meetings.

1. Current enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program in urban planning, architecture, geography, urban studies, public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university. Enrollment must be maintained throughout employment as a Graduate Intern.
2. Eligible candidates must have at least two academic semesters remaining prior to anticipated graduation date.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Experience with GIS mapping applications, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or SketchUp 3D design software.

Technical

• Knowledge of urban planning principles.
• Proficiency using standard computer software and programs such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and efficiently utilize job-related programs and applications.
• Ability to read and interpret work-related documents and policies.
• Strong research, writing, and presentation skills.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Verbal communication skills to present information and respond to questions clearly.
• Written communication skills, including the ability to create reports, letters, and highly graphical presentations and documents.
• Ability to support community engagement in racially and socioeconomically diverse communities.
• Customer service skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to interact effectively with colleagues, business owners, developers, and residents.
• Ability to work efficiently, both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one’s own.

Judgment and Professionalism

• Ability to organize assignments and manage time to complete tasks based on departmental deadlines.
• Ability to think critically and analytically.
• Ability to perform work with a high degree of accuracy, detail, and quality.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and a strong sense of integrity.
• Ability to be professional, dependable, flexible, and adaptable.
• Honesty and integrity to meet professional standards for handling confidential information and sensitive issues.

The current pay rate (Pay Range 9PN) is $15.92 per hour, and the resident incentive pay rate for City of Milwaukee residents is $16.55 per hour.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions, a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE - The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative dates or times for the selection process. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

• APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.