JOB DESCRIPTION

Description
The Community Development Intern will support the Community Development Department by assisting with research, marketing, and stakeholder communications related to the implementation of a Business Retention and Expansion program. The intern will also help administer planning programs and projects including City Code text amendments and communications and engagement efforts related to the City’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. Based on the successful candidate’s interests, they will also have opportunities to contribute to a variety of other community and economic development and planning initiatives. This role will be on site at Columbia Heights City Hall.

Examples of Duties
1. Assist Community Development staff in developing and implementing initiatives as part of a Business Retention and Expansion program.
2. Assist in researching and preparing text amendments for the Land Use chapter of the City Code.
3. Help administer communications and engagement efforts related to the City’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan update.
4. Conduct research and provide support for other Community Development-led initiatives, focus areas, and City Code updates, including data collection, trend analysis, and the preparation of reports and presentations.

Internship Period
September - December 2026

Hours
10 - 25 hours per week. Hours per week are flexible. Total hours over the course of the internship is 300 (expected to be approximately 15 weeks in duration).

Application Closing Date
7/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

BENEFITS

Benefits
This internship does not qualify for benefits.