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PDS - Data Intern (Planning)
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PDS - Data Intern (Planning)
Salary
$16.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Location
Boise City Hall, ID
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
23 -07429
Department
Planning & Development Services
Opening Date
01/23/2026
Closing Date
2/6/2026 12:00 PM Mountain
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Summary Statement
The City of Boise's Department of Planning and Development Services (PDS) guides the physical growth and development of the city. From long-range planning and housing policy to zoning administration and historic preservation, PDS plays a central role in shaping how Boise grows and functions. The department’s work spans planning policy, urban design, mobility, community development, zoning compliance, and customer intake services.
PDS is seeking a Planning Data Intern for the Spring and Summer semesters to support planning administration functions. Interns will assist with organizing, maintaining, and analyzing planning and intake data that supports day-to-day operations, reporting, and policy analysis.
Primary responsibilities may include data entry and quality control, tracking application and permitting activity, compiling summaries for staff use, and assisting with the creation of basic reports and visualizations using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Each intern will be assigned a defined project or deliverable to complete by the end of the semester. Interns may also have opportunities to observe planning processes and support related projects across the department.
Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dependable, with an interest in planning, public administration, or local government operations. Familiarity with spreadsheets, data organization, or basic data visualization is preferred. Experience with GIS, mapping, or graphic design is a plus but not required. Students pursuing coursework in Urban Studies, Planning, Public Administration, or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply.
This will be a temporary 19/hour per week job - Tentative start date is the week of May 18th, running through mid-August.
Requirements
Undergraduate or Graduate student (degree-seeking) enrolled in an Idaho college or university.
Proficiency in MS Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with general guidelines under minimal supervision
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All temporary or part-time employees working 19-hours or less are not eligible for benefits.
Please visit our website for further details www.cityofboise.org (http://hr.cityofboise.org/benefits/)
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PDS - Data Intern (Planning)
Salary
$16.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Location
Boise City Hall, ID
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
23 -07429
Department
Planning & Development Services
Opening Date
01/23/2026
Closing Date
2/6/2026 12:00 PM Mountain
+ Description
+ Benefits
+ Questions
Summary Statement
The City of Boise's Department of Planning and Development Services (PDS) guides the physical growth and development of the city. From long-range planning and housing policy to zoning administration and historic preservation, PDS plays a central role in shaping how Boise grows and functions. The department’s work spans planning policy, urban design, mobility, community development, zoning compliance, and customer intake services.
PDS is seeking a Planning Data Intern for the Spring and Summer semesters to support planning administration functions. Interns will assist with organizing, maintaining, and analyzing planning and intake data that supports day-to-day operations, reporting, and policy analysis.
Primary responsibilities may include data entry and quality control, tracking application and permitting activity, compiling summaries for staff use, and assisting with the creation of basic reports and visualizations using tools such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Each intern will be assigned a defined project or deliverable to complete by the end of the semester. Interns may also have opportunities to observe planning processes and support related projects across the department.
Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and dependable, with an interest in planning, public administration, or local government operations. Familiarity with spreadsheets, data organization, or basic data visualization is preferred. Experience with GIS, mapping, or graphic design is a plus but not required. Students pursuing coursework in Urban Studies, Planning, Public Administration, or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply.
This will be a temporary 19/hour per week job - Tentative start date is the week of May 18th, running through mid-August.
Requirements
Undergraduate or Graduate student (degree-seeking) enrolled in an Idaho college or university.
Proficiency in MS Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with general guidelines under minimal supervision
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
All temporary or part-time employees working 19-hours or less are not eligible for benefits.
Please visit our website for further details www.cityofboise.org (http://hr.cityofboise.org/benefits/)
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