Intern - Development / Redevelopment

About KCDC

At Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC), we believe stronger communities start with opportunity. As the public housing and redevelopment agency for the City of Knoxville, we’re transforming neighborhoods, improving housing, and creating pathways for economic growth. Our Redevelopment team plays a key role in revitalizing historic districts, fostering mixed-use development, and shaping Knoxville’s future through thoughtful community engagement and strategic planning.

Position Summary

The Redevelopment Intern will support KCDC’s Redevelopment team with ongoing projects that enhance neighborhoods and promote community investment. This position offers hands-on experience in real estate development, multifamily housing construction,  community planning, and project management within the public sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a student or emerging professional who’s passionate about urban development, housing, and community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Preliminary financial analysis for housing and mixed-use developments in cooperation with the Director of Real Estate and      Development
• Plans review and coordination in cooperation with the Director of Real Estate Development and the Sr. Development Associate
• Property portfolio reviews and asset management program review with the Sr. Asset Manager
• Identification of potential land acquisition opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program in Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning,      Architecture, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS,  Adobe Creative Suite, or data visualization tools is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Passion for community development, urban design, and  equitable growth

Additional Information

• Hours:  Flexible; typically 15–20 hours per week
• Compensation:  Paid internship 
• Term:  Flexible start and end dates between January and May 
• Work Environment: Office-based with occasional fieldwork and external meetings