Regional Planning Intern Job at Piedmont Triad Regional Council, Kernersville, NC

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  • Piedmont Triad Regional Council
  • Kernersville, NC

Job Description


CATEGORY: Planning

EOE STATEMENT:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

You are the right person for the Regional Planning Intern position if you are a detailed oriented person with exceptional multi-tasking skills and a desire to impact the Triad. The PTRC is the lead regional organization for the 12 counties of the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina. The Regional Planning Intern will assist the Planning Department with a wide range of activities spanning water resources, transportation, land use, recreation, environmental and mapping. The activities will give an opportunity to work with multiple communities in our region. In a fast-paced, creative and collaborative office environment, the intern will gain valuable insight and experience across a broad spectrum of government functions. Additional duties may include a food system support, grant writing and other special projects.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate for the Regional Planning Intern would have either completed a BA/BS in urban planning, transportation planning, public policy, public health, or geography; be currently enrolled in a graduate planning program; or recently completed a graduate planning program. Applicants pursuing a BA/BS in the same fields may also be considered depending on experience and course work. Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS, skilled in research and survey methods, and knowledge of research processes and statistical analysis and interpretation, public administration and governmental interrelationships, and health and safety as it relates to government functions would be ideal. Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, equipment, various software programs (MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud) and oral and written communications and interpersonal relations will be essential in this role. A skill in graphic design and communication is desired.# If you are selected to fill the role of Regional Planning Intern, you will need to present a valid driver's license, pass the pre-employment drug screen and background screening process. Travel may be required on occasion. Hours worked are flexible up to 24 hours per week but not to exceed 1,000 hours annually.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

At the Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC), we work to implement creative regional solutions to improve the lives of the community. When you visit our vibrant office conveniently located in Kernersville, the center of the Triad, you find our passionate staff members working diligently to fulfill our mission. Our office is on the southside of the Interstate 40 at the NC Highway 66 interchange. It is a 20-minute drive to downtown Greensboro, Winston Salem, or High Point. Our location is equipped with an electric charging station.

Our organization has seven core departments; Area Agency on Aging, Criminal Justice, Economic Development, Community Development Services, Management Services, Regional Planning, and Workforce Development. Our staff in each department specializes in serving its niche of the Triad community.

PTRC employees are constantly looking for ways to innovate and expand our programs. We look for ways to enrich our lives in and outside of the workplace. If you are passionate about serving the public and desire to grow and expand your skillset, the PTRC could be an excellent fit for you!

The PTRC hires and retains staff that is at the top of their field. See why our employees love working at the PTRC.

SALARY RANGE: Salary is $15.81 per hour. Generally, 24 hours per week and not to exceed 1,000 hours annually. FICA and EAP services only.

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Part-Time

LOCATION: NC, Kernersville

OPEN DATE: 11/1/2024

Document Upload: None Specified




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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Internship, Flexible hours,

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