Internship: Village of Glenview

PURPOSE
The Village of Glenview is seeking an individual to assist the Planning Division, a division of the Development Department. Under supervision, the Planning Intern provides a variety of urban planning work in the areas of current and long-range planning. The intern is responsible for providing routine staff support to Village boards, commissions and committees, staff members and the public. The intern will be assigned responsibility for particular special projects and perform related work as required. Special projects could include text amendments to the existing lighting, sign, parking and subdivision codes, landscaping and sign code design guidelines and researching the site plan review and planned development process.

DURATION AND HOURS:
A full-time fall position is preferred with work hours totaling roughly 35 hours per week with employment generally lasting from October 2008 through December 2008. Hours are generally between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Enrollment in an accredited graduate planning program is desired.

Skills include organizing work, meeting critical deadlines, following up on multiple tasks simultaneously and an appreciation of customer service needs. The intern should be proactive, energetic and a self-starter who works closely with others in a team environment. The intern needs to effectively use electronic media (i.e., e-mail, e-calendar, etc.) in carrying out duties and in communicating and have the ability to learn and utilize Geographic Information Systems.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, medical and drug screening.

SALARY/HOW TO APPLY:
Hourly Rate: $10.00
Candidates can email, or send resumes and a cover letter to Human Resources at hr@glenview.il.us, please indicate Job # 814 in subject line. Posting will remain open until it is filled.

EOE
Human Resources Division
Village of Glenview ٠ 1225 Waukegan Road ٠ Glenview, IL 60025
www.glenview.il.us