Community Development Intern

City of Shoreview, MN; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Community Center Membership

Job summary

The City of Shoreview, MN is seeking an Intern to support the Community Development Department with a focus on economic development and planning. The position will assist in advancing initiatives that promote business growth, community vitality, and strategic planning for Shoreview's future development.

Qualified students or graduates will bring strong communication and customer service skills, with interest in urban planning, housing, and economic development.

Qualifications

• Degree or current enrollment in economics, urban planning, housing, public administration or related field.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word (Microsoft Office).
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and satisfactory MVR.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing the EDA work plan including housing, economic development and business retention.
• Develop communication materials to promote City programs and events to local businesses.
• Support BRE program and enhance business outreach and relationships with the local community.
• Assist with planning and zoning functions and processing applications.
• Update the City’s Business Inventory, databases, maps and mailings.
• Help plan and promote workshops and events related to housing and business development.

Skills

Excel

Word

GIS

Education

Degree or enrolled in related program

Job description

The City of Shoreview is seeking an Intern to support the Community Development Department, with a focus on both economic development and planning. This position will assist in advancing initiatives that promote business growth, community vitality, and strategic planning for Shoreview's future development. The successful candidate will have strong communication and customer service skills, and a keen interest in supporting economic growth and urban planning efforts.

• Assist with implementing the Economic Development Authority (EDA) work plan including projects in the areas of housing, economic development, and business retention and expansion.
• Assist with the development of communication and informational materials to promote City programs and events to the local business community, including the monthly business newsletter.
• Assist with the Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program including enhancing the City’s business outreach and relationship building with the local business community.
• Assist with a variety of planning and zoning functions of the city, including processing zoning applications as well as assisting with planning applications.
• Assist with updating the City’s Business Inventory list, updating the current database, creating maps, preparing spreadsheets, and assisting with mailings.
• Assist with planning and promoting City-hosted workshops and events relating to housing and business development.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree or currently enrolled in a program with a focus on economic development, urban planning, land use planning, housing, public administration or closely related field
• Proficiency with Excel and Word (Microsoft Office Programs)
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle report

Desired Qualifications

• Customer Service Experience
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) experience

Wage: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Hours: Monday through Friday business hours. 30-40 hours/week when not in school and 15-20 hours/week during the school year, with some evening meetings possible.

Deadline to apply: November 3, 2026

Free Community Center Membership

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in an office environment and may require occasional travel to local businesses, development sites, and community events. Position requires frequent sitting, computer use, and reviewing documents, with occasional standing and walking during site visits and meetings. Requires occasional lifting up to 10lbs, carrying, and moving of materials and supplies. Work involves regular interaction with City staff, local businesses, community partners, and the public, and may include exposure to varying indoor and outdoor conditions during site visits and community activities.

The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.