Employment Opportunities

Marketing & Special Events Interns

Gain experience in marketing, communications, and special events while helping to promote the vitality of Downtown Pittsburgh and the region. The internship will provide the intern with valuable, real-world experience in marketing and communications, as well as the opportunity to assist in planning and execution of special events.

Main responsibilities include:

• Researching, curating, and preparing content for our weekly e-newsletter
• Writing and researching content for our website blog
• Creating content for PDP’s Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn with fresh & interesting news, events, initiatives, etc.
• Producing monthly social media analytics reports
• Providing event planning support and assist in the execution of various PDP programs; including Farmers Market, Night Market, Picklesburgh, Market Square fitness and music activations, Light Up Night®, Holiday Market, and other events as required.
• Other duties as assigned

To apply: Please email us (subject: “Marketing and Events Intern”) a single word doc or PDF attachment that includes a cover letter and resume. Applications are due by 5 PM on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Graduate Fellow – District Development

The PDP’s District Development Department is seeking a graduate-level Fellow to work with us full-time or part-time in spring/summer 2023, with the prospect of continuing into the fall semester and possibly beyond. The Fellow supports the ongoing development and implementation Downtown Pittsburgh’s mobility, placemaking and economic development initiatives. The Fellow will assist current District Development staff on economic development research and analysis, placemaking projects, and support of the mobility advisory committee and working groups in Downtown Pittsburgh.

To apply: Please email us (subject: “Graduate Fellow”) a single word doc or PDF attachment (titled with your last name) that includes a cover letter and resume. Applications are due by 5 PM on Monday, March 27, 2023.

Park Ambassador & Event Assistant

Seasonal, April – October

The PDP seeks a Park Ambassador/Event Assistant to welcome visitors, provide guest services and assist with community event programming in public spaces, like Market Square throughout the summer.

Ambassadors will play a key role in assisting with special event logistics, management, and oversight.