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How much do contractual entry level economic development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual entry level economic development in the United States is $67,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Entry Level Economic Development vs Contractual Entry Level Urban Planning?

AspectContractual Entry Level Economic DevelopmentContractual Entry Level Urban Planning
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Economics, Public Policy, or related fieldBachelor's in Urban Planning, Geography, or related field
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, economic development organizationsMunicipal planning departments, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageFocuses on economic growth, business attractionFocuses on land use, community development
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Contractual Entry Level Economic Development roles primarily focus on promoting economic growth and attracting businesses, often working with government agencies or economic organizations. In contrast, Contractual Entry Level Urban Planning emphasizes land use, zoning, and community development. While both roles require related credentials and work in public sector environments, their core responsibilities differ, making them distinct career paths within the broader urban and economic development fields.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Entry Level Economic Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,805 per year, or $32.6 per hour.

Intern - Economic Development (Part-Time)

City of Lake Forest, CA

Lake Forest, CA • On-site

$19.85 - $26.60/hr

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Salary: $19.85 - $26.60 Hourly
Location : Civic Center, Lake Forest, CA
Job Type: Part-time
Department: City Manager
Division: Economic Development
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/27/2026 6:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
"Lake Forest, Where Work and Life Come Together Naturally."
Start your career journey with this exciting internship opportunity with the City of Lake Forest! We challenge our employees to strive for excellence and we're looking for the next member of our team to serve as a part-time Intern in the Economic Development division within the City Manager's Office. The objective of the City of Lake Forest's Internship position is to provide a meaningful training ground for individuals to gain work experience and to increase their ability to compete in the workforce in entry-level positions. If you're passionate about public service, community engagement, and approach new challenges with an enthusiastic outlook then we look forward to meeting you!
Part-time employees are non-benefited, at-will positions. Part-time employees are enrolled in the PARS retirement system with the City making an employer contribution and the employee contribution (6.2%) being deducted from your payroll check. The PARS retirement system is in lieu of participating in social security. You will, however, participate in the Medicare portion of social security as that is a required program.
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Indicate your highest level of education.
  • Currently attending college with a Junior or Senior student status
  • Currently possess a Bachelor's Degree
  • Currently attending college with a Graduate student status
  • Currently possess a Master's Degree
  • None of the above

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List your major field of study (major/minor).
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Do you have experience working in the public sector?
  • Yes
  • No

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Describe your experience with business attraction, retention, and marketing programs.
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Describe your usage of social media for business related marketing. Include the programs that you use and the purpose of each program in your marketing strategy.
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Briefly describe any experience you have planning, coordinating, implementing, or supporting events. Include the types of events and your responsibilities.
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