Economic Development Intern

Economic Development Intern – City of Saint Paul (Planning & Economic Development)

Looking to gain hands-on experience while making a real impact in your community? The City of Saint Paul’s Department of Planning and Economic Development is hiring an Economic Development Intern to support initiatives that strengthen local businesses and commercial corridors. In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced staff, to contribute to projects that directly support local businesses and neighborhoods, and help shape a growing, community-focused program.

Internship Details:
This is a full-time summer internship with the potential to extend into the school year. You’ll receive mentorship, real-world experience, and the opportunity to contribute to work that directly supports Saint Paul’s economic vitality.

Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Support a high-impact program by helping implement and grow the Saint Paul Commercial Corridors Program that serves local businesses and neighborhoods
• Create tools and tell the story by developing content, templates, and reports that highlight program outcomes and community impact
• Engage with the community through business outreach, research, and participation in meetings and roundtables
• Analyze and evaluate programs by preparing case studies and assessing what’s working—and where improvements can be made
• Collaborate across teams to support projects, improve internal processes, and keep initiatives moving forward

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. 

• Completion of at least one semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework in public policy, planning, urban studies, geography, public administration, applied economics, political science, business administration, housing studies, architecture, or a related field
• Must maintain active student status throughout the duration of the internship

1. Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
2. Upload the following required document(s) via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without the document(s) attached.(Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.) 
   • A resume

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Temporary: This posting is open to anyone who meets the internship requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.

Human Resources Contact Information:  
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
E-mail: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary : $34,050 - $41,600