Engagement Planning Intern

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is seeking an intern to support its Office of Communications and Engagement. This office leads a broad range of initiatives across four key areas:
Communications, Public Engagement, Civil Rights, and Special Initiatives.

The Engagement Planning Intern will contribute to various efforts by:

• Researching best practices in public engagement and evaluating DVRPC’s current strategies
• Drafting research memos and organizing outreach activities
• Collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data
• Assisting with the facilitation of public meetings and other engagement events

Depending on the intern’s skills and interests, responsibilities may also include:

• Writing case studies and internal policy memos
• Assisting with quantitative analysis and interactive exercises
• Supporting report writing and public presentations

Potential Projects Include:

• Supporting public engagement components of:
• FY26 Supporting Communities
• Regional Vision Zero
• Assisting with the Public Participation Task Force, including meeting coordination and member communications
• Research and writing for DVRPC’s Title VI, ADA, and public engagement policy efforts
• Exploring the role of art in planning, in connection with DVRPC’s participation in Smart Growth America’s Culture & Community Network

The student intern will support professional staff by contributing to a variety of planning activities, including:

• Conducting in-depth research and data collection
• Performing data analysis and assisting with report preparation
  
  Supporting meeting facilitation and stakeholder engagement
• Participating as an active member of interdisciplinary project teams
• Assisting in meetings with stakeholders, study advisory committees, and partner government agencies

• Interest in regional and/or transportation planning
• Enthusiasm for public engagement, community outreach, civil rights, and/or public health
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently
• Ability to read, interpret, and communicate geographic and statistical data
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with coworkers and external partners
• Excellent writing skills and a proactive approach to work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace
• Experience with GIS is a plus, but not required

Ability to start on September 2, 2025 is preferred. This position requires a commitment of up to 15 hours per week.

$17 per hour for interns currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree. $20 per hour for candidates currently pursuing a Master’s degree. Students with Work-Study funding are encouraged to apply.

Must have completed at least ONE YEAR of a college/university program or be enrolled in a master's program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training, plus substantial experience, interest, or involvement in transportation engineering or planning.

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume, a cover letter and a writing sample.

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DVRPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Full consideration will be given to all eligible, qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, domestic or sexual violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy), national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation; or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Minority, female, and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply
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