Intern, Development

Position Summary: The Development Intern will support the department in ongoing/upcoming projects and will take on various responsibilities pertaining to the land development process.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Development team with various projects and assignments, including developing and maintaining project files, and the preparation of correspondence, memos, spreadsheets, and/or presentations.
• Assist in the preparation of multi-family development due diligence and market research activities related to existing assets, conversions, and new development.
• Assist with the coordination and submission of a range of planning and development application packages and documents to approval authorities and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate and attend internal and external project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and distribute, as necessary.
• Perform other supportive duties as required.

• Familiarity with relevant legislation and policies including the Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), Growth Plan, municipal Official Plans and Zoning By-Laws.
• Understanding of municipal planning approval processes, such as Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-Law Amendments, Plan of Condominium, Site Plan Control applications, and Consents and Minor Variances.
• Ability to read building plans and drawings to assist with the coordination of various construction and development projects.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced team environment while remaining flexible to changing priorities.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an Urban Planning, Real Estate Management, or equivalent post- secondary degree co-operative education program.
• Familiarity with principles and practices of urban planning, urban design and land development.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of 3D modelling software, such as SketchUp, is an asset.
• Excellent analytical, communication and organization skills, with attention to detail.