Management Trainee (Urban/Environmental Planning)

Management Trainee (Urban/Environmental Planning)

Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs

All applications will be accepted from 4/27/2026-5/10/2026.

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, job growth opportunities, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

 General Definition:

 This is government administration work at the trainee level. Employees in this class learn the principles, practices and techniques required to perform management-level work of an assigned City department in a particular specialty area. Employees are selected and assigned based on the educational requirements for the specific position. Employees in this class complete a training program that includes assignments to various duties, attending training sessions, participating in projects and other tasks designed to familiarize them with the operations of city government. Assignments vary in nature and increase in difficulty as the employee gains experience. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level manager.

Minimum Expectable Training and Experience:

EDUCATION:

Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work, or a related area, in one of the following majors: Urban Studies, City Planning, Environmental Studies, Urban Analytics, Community Development, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Science, Environmental Health or related area.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Jenna R. Smith – jenna.smith@phila.gov