*From: *interns <interns@mas.org> *Date: *Monday, January 23, 2017 at 3:17 PM *To: *Joanna Crispe <jcrispe@mas.org> *Subject: *Internship Opportunities at the Municipal Art Society of New York The Municipal Art Society of New York (MAS) is looking to hire a limited number of part-time, paid interns to assist with our Planning and Preservation and Community Engagement and Education work. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a graduate program focusing on city and regional planning, historic preservation, public policy, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation planning, economic development or a related field. Please find the internship descriptions attached and share them with any students that you think might be interested in applying. If there is anyone else at your institution that we should contact about these and future internship opportunities please let us know. Please reply to this email with any questions or contact Joanna Crispe at (212) 935-3960 ext. 1226 <(212)%20935-3960>. Thanks! MAS 1. Intern, Community Engagement and Education Established in 1893, The Municipal Art Society of New York (MAS) is one of the city’s longest standing not- for-profit organizations advocating for excellence in urban design, planning, historic preservation, and community engagement. From saving Grand Central Terminal from destruction and preserving the lights of Times Square, to fostering the establishment of innovative land-use laws, MAS is at the forefront of New York’s most important campaigns to improve our city’s built environment by promoting economic vitality, cultural vibrancy, ecological sustainability, and social diversity. Internship Description Interns will support MAS staff on projects and day-to-day work including, but not limited to: researching and drafting advocacy positions and testimony; contributing to studies, reports, presentations and mapping projects; and developing educational resources and tools. Interns will also be invited to attend and assist with logistics associated with meetings and events, both during and outside of regular office hours, including: public hearings, community meetings, and public programs organized by MAS and/or partner organizations and agencies. Requirements Applicants must be currently enrolled in a graduate program focusing on city and regional planning, historic preservation, public policy, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation planning, economic development or a related field. A limited number of paid internships are available. Unpaid positions will be considered for candidates eligible for either course credit or a stipend through their academic institution. Required Skills  Strong written and verbal communication skills.  Effective research skills.  Ability to work both independently and in group settings and to successfully manage multiple projects.  Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Office.  Knowledge of New York City’s zoning, land-use planning, and environmental review processes (ULURP and CEQR) and current urban policy issues.  Experience speaking publicly and making effective presentations. Preferred Skills  Demonstrated interest in community engagement, advocacy and public process.  Experience collaborating with partners from a variety of backgrounds.  Experience with graphic design and graphic design software.  Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Application Instructions To apply, please email a resume, cover letter and work sample (such as a writing sample, excerpt of a research paper, or portfolio, 3 pages/2 MB maximum) to interns@mas.org, with the subject line “Intern, Community Engagement and Education.” No phone calls please. For more information about MAS, visit www.mas.org. The Municipal Art Society of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 2. Intern, Planning and Preservation Established in 1893, The Municipal Art Society of New York (MAS) is one of the city’s longest standing not- for-profit organizations advocating for excellence in urban design, planning, historic preservation, and community engagement. From saving Grand Central Terminal from destruction and preserving the lights of Times Square, to fostering the establishment of innovative land-use laws, MAS is at the forefront of New York’s most important campaigns to improve our city’s built environment by promoting economic vitality, cultural vibrancy, ecological sustainability, and social diversity. Internship Description Interns will support MAS staff on projects and day-to-day work including, but not limited to: researching and drafting advocacy positions and testimony; contributing to studies, reports, presentations and mapping projects; and developing educational resources and tools. Interns will also be invited to attend and assist with logistics associated with meetings and events, both during and outside of regular office hours, including: public hearings, community meetings, and public programs organized by MAS and/or partner organizations and agencies. Requirements Applicants must be currently enrolled in a graduate program focusing on city and regional planning, historic preservation, public policy, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation planning, economic development or a related field. A limited number of paid internships are available. Unpaid positions will be considered for candidates eligible for either course credit or a stipend through their academic institution. Required Skills  Strong written and verbal communication skills.  Effective research skills.  Ability to work both independently and in group settings and to successfully manage multiple projects.  Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Office.  Knowledge of New York City’s zoning, land-use planning, and environmental review processes (ULURP and CEQR) and current urban policy issues.  Experience speaking publicly and making effective presentations. Preferred Skills  Experience with mapping and GIS analysis: ArcGIS, ArcScene, and Carto online (formerly CartoDB).  Familiarity with programming languages for data analysis, mapping and online applications: sql, python and html.  Experience with specialized design software including Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp.  Ability to conduct in-depth building research. Application Instructions To apply, please email a resume, cover letter and work sample (such as a writing sample, excerpt of a research paper, or portfolio, 10 pages/5 MB maximum) to interns@mas.org, with the subject line “Intern, Planning and Preservation.” No phone calls please. For more information about MAS, visit www.mas.org. The Municipal Art Society of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer.