Spring Intern - Planning Department

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake Planning Department is seeking a Spring Intern to assist in the Comprehensive Planning Division. You will support the Western Branch Area Plan, help with community outreach, data collection, attend planning meetings, and learn about diverse planning elements.

The ideal candidate is a college student in good standing, preferably a junior/senior or recent graduate, enrolled in an accredited college or university.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in serving the community and working with diverse populations.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Project support: assist planning staff on various projects.
• Research and analysis: study land use, zoning, and development trends.
• Community outreach: assist in contacting residents and preparing outreach materials.
• Administrative tasks: data entry and related duties.

Skills

Strong communication

Community service mindset

MS Office proficiency

Confidentiality and professionalism

Education

Enrolled in accredited college/university or recent graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Students will be limited to one internship per school year. The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student’s curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours. Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work-site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Spring Intern - Planning Department

Job Type

Job Type Seasonal/Substitute

Posting Type

Posting Type Intern

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department PLANNING

Division

Division PLANNING

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026492

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week Up to 20

Work Schedule

Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Up to 30 hours per week

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement N - Never

Pay Grade

Pay Grade N/A

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$17.50 / per hour

As a Planning Intern with the City of Chesapeake’s Planning Department, you’ll play a hands-on role in shaping the city’s growth and development. Working under general supervision, you’ll support initiatives within the Comprehensive (long range) Planning Division—assisting with the Western Branch Area Plan, community outreach, data collection, attending planning meetings, and learning about many various planning elements.

This internship offers a chance to build your professional skills, contribute to meaningful projects, and see how planning decisions help create vibrant communities.

Typical tasks, but are not limited to:

• Project Support: Provide support to planning staff on various projects, learn different aspects of current planning.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on land use, zoning regulations, and development trends. Analyze data to support planning initiatives and projects.
• Community Outreach: Assist in outreach to resident stakeholders and preparation of materials to inform them of upcoming planning initiatives.
• Administrative Tasks: Perform general administrative tasks such as data entry.

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in serving the community and working with diverse populations.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work.
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the worksite supervisor in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship worksite.

The ideal candidate is a college student in good standing – preferably a junior, senior, or graduate student -who is currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, or who has graduated within the past year.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/19/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/29/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year. The internship may run from Monday, January 11 to Friday, April 23, 2027, depending on the student’s curriculum. The student may work a maximum of 360 hours. Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work,
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by the work-site supervisor.
• Performing the tasks assigned by the vocational instructor/coordinator and the work site supervisor efficiently.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Conforming to the guidelines of the internship work site.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Walking

Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Kneeling

Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crouching

Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Crawling

Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Twisting

Twisting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Climbing

Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Balancing

Balancing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards N = Never

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

Other N = Never

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally

Extreme Temperatures

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