REGIONAL PLANNING/GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) INTERNSHIP

Internship Period: May 12, 2025 to August 15, 2025 (Flexible)

The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) in Dayton, Ohio has one full-time (30-40 hours per week) Regional Planning/GIS internship position open during the Summer of 2025 (approximately from May 12, 2025 to August 15, 2025).

Internship Description:

The intern will assist the Community and Regional Planning department team with various tasks, including:

• Planning and Policy Research
• Special Planning Studies including PLAN4Health and Regional Housing Studies
• Data Update, Map Production, and Map Application Development using Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Data compilation and analysis using the U.S. Census data

Applicants should possess: knowledge of planning principles and practices; proficiency in using GIS (ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online); familiarity with research techniques; and skill in the use of various basic software (word processing, databases, spreadsheets, Adobe Creative suites, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in a degree (undergraduate or graduate) program in planning, geography, GIS, or related field
• Currently in the second year toward completing a Bachelor's degree program.
• Use of a personal vehicle and a valid driver's license are required for field work during working hours.
• Some practical professional experience preferred.

The minimum starting wage for this internship will be $15.00 per hour. To apply, submit a cover letter and resume via e-mail to personnel@mvrpc.org. Use Regional Planning Internship in the subject field. Application deadline: March 31, 2025.

To learn more about Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission, visit our website www.mvrpc.org.

An Equal Opportunity Employer