At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code, and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent.

About the Team

The Plan Examination Unit performs work in the engineering and architectural analysis of structures and building equipment systems and the examination of plans for the construction, alteration or repair. The Unit also examines plans for the construction, alteration, or repair of buildings and equipment systems under the jurisdiction of the NYC Department of Buildings.

NOTE: This summer internship is for up to 13 weeks, starting from the first day of the internship and ending no later than September 5, 2025. Interns are expected to work 35 hours per week in person.

Position Responsibilities

The intern will, under the direction and supervision of Chief Plan Examiner:
- Conduct research for the Plan Examination team, Project Advocates, and Code and Zoning Specialists.
- Research Zoning Resolution for zoning challenges and present findings to the Borough Commissioner’s Office and/or Chief Plan Examiner.
- Participate in monthly staff training sessions.
- Assist the Chief Plan Examiner in researching ongoing DOB issues and prepare training materials under the Chief’s guidance.
- Prepare business correspondence and official DOB letters for the Borough Commissioner’s Office.
- Assist with tracking, time management, and technical presentations.


Major/ Field of Study
- Architecture, Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology

SUMMER COLLEGE INTERN - 10234

As of June of the Program year the prospective interne must be a student matriculated in a college or be a recent college graduate (winter/spring term of the Program year).
NOTE: Appointment to this title is only valid for the duration of the Program, June - August each year.

- Understands building plans. - Ability to understand and analyze architectural and engineering plans. - Research experience and skills. - Strong written and verbal communication skills.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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