Health Policy Research Intern

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Department of Planning and Development works in collaboration with communities to promote, plan, preserve, and develop successful neighborhoods for all. Reaching these goals requires city agencies to work together with residents, businesses, developers, advocates, funders, and each other. Planning and Development has a team of agencies that do just that. Our agencies include:

Philadelphia Art Commission

Philadelphia City Planning Commission

Division of Development Services

Division of Housing and Community Development

Philadelphia Historical Commission

Zoning Board of Adjustment

We also partner with the PHDC

Job Description

Work with the Planner Supervisor and Community Health Planner to help build staff knowledge of Public Health literature as it intersects with City Planning, esp. relating to housing quality, transportation, physical health, nutrition, and mental health. Topic assignment will be based on current research by full-time staff but may include research and analysis related to economic opportunity, land use, transportation, Health, Reconciliation, Capital Projects, and more

Working hours are generally 10-12 hours per week.

Essential Functions

· Historical and comparative research, analytical skills, writing, ArcGIS Online
· Sharing knowledge across professional disciplines.
· Creation of basic archives/data bases
· Ability to make SWOT evaluations and apply findings to improve outcomes

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Public Health as planning concern and potential policy avenues to address it
· Awareness of Priority topics identified for the comprehensive plan
· Research, data gathering, and summarizing complex topics. Drafting language and editing

Qualifications

Student must be currently enrolled at an accredit college or university during the Fall 2024 Semester. The student should have at least one year of undergraduate schooling experience or higher. Qualifying majors include

Urban Planning, Architecture, Spatial Design, Public Administration.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $15/hourly

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

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