"Seeking Interns"

Professional Internship listings on this site are posted for three months unless the posted deadline is reached or the employer has notified the Association of the position being filled. Web site internship postings are free. To submit a posting, email the description to mailto:kmcintyre@planningmi.org and place "internship posting" in the subject field.

Economic Development Intern

The City of Jackson, MI, is seeking an Economic Development Intern.  This is a paid position ($10-$11 per hour; 20-30 hours per week) that serves the Jackson Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and is supervised by the Economic Development Project Manager and other higher classified employees.  The intern performs a variety of tasks related to Brownfield Redevelopment, Economic Development and Planning initiatives involving the ability to organize multiple tasks and use limited judgment.  Applicants should have a comprehensive understanding of computer applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Reader, and internet browsers.

This is an entry level position and no specific work experience is required.  Enrollment in an undergraduate level program or higher in economic development, urban planning, public administration or a related field is required.

To obtain a full copy of the position description, please visit:

http://www.cityofjackson.org/departments/personnel/jobopportunities.asp

To apply, send your resume, three references, a writing sample (2 page limit), and a cover letter (1 page limit) explaining how this opportunity will help you achieve your education and career and goals to the following address:

City of Jackson

Personnel & Labor Relations Department

161 W. Michigan Ave.

Jackson, MI 49201

Posted December 17, 2009

Applications must be submitted or post marked no later than Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 5:00pm.  Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.  The City of Jackson is an equal opportunity employer.