Community Development Intern (Planning)

We’re looking for a highly motivated, passionate, and detail oriented professional to take on the role of Planning Intern within the Community Development Department. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain tangible experience in City planning and local government. 

This is a part-time paid position, up to 29 hours per week and does not include benefits. The Intern position is a temporary assignment through Summer 2025. These positions include flexible scheduling and college/university credit may be provided, as applicable. Interns receive direction and guidance from an intern host who is part of the management staff. Selected individual must be equipped to work remotely and/or on-site at the City of Mountain View (City Hall) with the internship starting in May or June 2025.

• Candidate will be a high-performing student, with good communication and customer service skills and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Candidate has strong writing skills.

• This internship will provide exposure to a range of tasks associated with local government planning, including learning about the General Plan and zoning ordinance. 
• The incumbent will assist customers at the public counter, perform plan reviews for simple projects, and collaborate with staff to prepare responses to public inquiries. 

• Specific projects may include assisting with the Historic Preservation Ordinance Update, assisting with community outreach related to the Downtown Precise Plan Update, and other ongoing planning activities. 

• You are interested in planning and making a direct impact on the community by contributing to local government.
• You are highly motivated, reliable and quick-to-learn, and you take initiative and start sentences with “I can…”
• You are able to establish and maintain effective work relationships with a diverse population and work in a team.
• You are customer service focused and can express yourself clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing.

• Growth – we are committed to exposing you to a work environment that will sharpen your writing, presentation, research, analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Training – this internship experience will be supplemented with training and external educational sessions.
• Networking – access to a network of professionals in the field of local government.
• Course Credit - if applicable, college/university credit may be provided.
• Extra Extra! Access to an onsite gym.

Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309.  Please provide a valid email address on your application. This recruitment will close at 5:00 pm PST on Friday, January 10, 2025. Depending on the number of applicants this process may be altered. 

Fine Print. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. 

Salary : $20 - $32