(E3) Community Development Intern

Salary: $20.00 Hourly
Location : College Station, TX
Job Type: Paid Internship
Job Number: 2602526
Department: Planning & Development Services
Opening Date: 01/16/2026
Closing Date: 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Hiring Range: $0.00-$20.00

Description
Under general supervision, the Community Development Intern will support key planning and housing initiatives within the City's Community Development division, including assisting with research, data collection, outreach, and analysis related to federally guided planning efforts and local housing strategies. This internship is designed to provide a meaningful, hands-on learning experience in municipal community development, with exposure to policy implementation, grant-supported planning, and collaboration with nonprofit and community partners.
Professional development benefits of the internship program include the ability to access additional assessments and resources to enhance self-awareness and professional development, participate in tours and discussions with key departments to learn about their roles, as well as attend a city council meeting (or view via Channel 19) to obtain knowledge of the decision-making processes of local government and the role of the department in supporting city-wide policies and initiatives.

Principal Duties

1. Assistwith data collection, analysis, and public outreach efforts supporting the City's 5-Year Consolidated Plan.
2. Support the development of Fair Housing Planning efforts, including research and preparation of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing.
3. Conduct outreach to local nonprofit organizations toidentifycommunity needs, service gaps, and opportunities for collaboration.
4. Assistwith the implementation of the City's Housing Action Plan through research, benchmarking, and best practice review.
5. Prepare summaries, research materials, and supporting documentation related to community development and housing initiatives.
6. Deliver a weekly presentation to staff on a topic related to planning, housing, or community development, selected by the intern.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Required:

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student in Community Development, Construction Science, Agricultural Systems Management, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Political Science, Government, Sociology, GIS, Statistics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of research techniques, methods, and procedures.
• Proficiency with personal computers and common office software applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with staff and community partners.

Preferred:

• Professional municipal government experience.
• Interest in the practical application of Federal Regulations and grant administration.
• Experience or coursework in public engagement, community development, or project research.

Hours: 30-40 hours/week; May 18, 2026 - July 31, 2026
An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

www.cstx.gov/careers

recruiting@cstx.gov
This position is not benefit eligible.
01

Will you be seeking scholastic/class credit for this internship?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you able to commit to working 30-40 hours per week from May 18, 2026 through July 31, 2026?

• Yes
• No

03

What interests you most about community development and housing policy, and how does this internship align with your academic background and career goals?
04

Describe a research, data analysis, or community engagement project you have worked on (academic, professional, or volunteer). What was your role, and what skills did you develop that would be useful in this internship?
05

This position involves working with federally guided planning efforts and community partners. How do you approach understanding community needs and translating data or policy requirements into practical solutions?
Required Question