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Planning Intern

Champaign, IL ยท On-site

$19.17/hr

Interns assist with surveying community conditions related to planning and zoning, preparing maps ... The position is in-person and part-time during the 2026-2027 academic year if mutually agreed. The ...

Assistant Planner

Oakland, CA ยท On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, geography, or a related field * 1-3 years of ... internships count) * Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills * Curiosity ...

... team on a part-time basis in Houston, TX. In this role, you will perform professional-level work in urban planning, zoning, subdivision review, and community development. You will handle ...

... to interns or other part-time employees. Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and ... Knowledge of principles, practices, and theories of urban planning and land use, including Federal ...

City Planner

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$50/hr

... team on a part-time basis in Houston, TX. In this role, you will perform professional-level work in urban planning, zoning, subdivision review, and community development. You will handle ...

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How much do part time urban planning internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time urban planning internship in the United States is $17.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time urban planning internship?

Part time urban planning internships are temporary positions that allow students or recent graduates to gain practical experience in the field of urban and regional planning while working fewer hours than a full-time employee. Interns typically assist with tasks such as data analysis, creating maps, community outreach, and supporting planning projects under the supervision of professional urban planners. These internships help individuals develop relevant skills, build professional networks, and explore career options in urban planning while accommodating academic or other commitments.

What types of projects can I expect to work on as a part time urban planning intern?

As a part-time urban planning intern, you will typically assist with a variety of projects such as community surveys, data analysis, land use research, and preparing presentations for public meetings. You may help draft reports, create maps using GIS software, and support planners in reviewing development proposals. This hands-on experience will often involve collaborating with senior planners, city officials, and sometimes community members, giving you exposure to both the technical and interpersonal aspects of urban planning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time urban planning intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Urban Planning Intern, you typically need coursework or a degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field, along with strong research and analytical skills. Familiarity with GIS software, design tools like AutoCAD or SketchUp, and basic data analysis is often expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are valuable soft skills for collaborating with professionals and engaging with diverse communities. These skills and qualities are crucial for supporting planning projects, contributing innovative ideas, and effectively assisting in real-world urban development tasks.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Urban Planning Internship job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,118 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Planning Intern

City of Champaign, IL

Champaign, IL โ€ข On-site

$19.17/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Salary: $19.17 Hourly
Location : Champaign City Building, IL
Job Type: Intern
Department: Planning
Opening Date: 08/07/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NBU
Position Overview
Are you ready to bring your classroom knowledge to life? The Planning Intern works alongside professionals in our Planning and Development Department to help shape sustainable, livable communities through data, design, and policy. This is an opportunity to gain professional planning experience and turn your ideas into impact while attending your university or college degree program.
Job Responsibilities
Planning Interns work on a variety of planning projects within the Planning and Development Department. Interns assist with surveying community conditions related to planning and zoning, preparing maps, graphics to support current and long-range planning projects, assisting with community outreach and zoning enforcement, and providing general customer service support in the Planning Department.
The position is in-person and part-time during the 2026-2027 academic year if mutually agreed. The position will begin October 2026.
Required Qualifications
  • Current enrollment in a university or college-level degree program.
  • Understanding of fundamental concepts and practices of urban planning, urban development and municipal zoning.
  • Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Current enrollment in an accredited university or college level urban planning program.
  • Understanding and ability to use Adobe Creative Cloud software applications like Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop to create planning-related graphics, maps and videos.
  • Understanding and ability to use ESRI ArcGIS for data analysis and cartography.
  • Understanding and ability to use SketchUp Pro to create 3D graphics and site models.

The salary is $19.17 per hour.
Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of recent work examples and must be submitted online by no later than Sunday, August 30, 2026. If attaching your portfolio to the application, please limit portfolio pdf file size to 15MB otherwise you may submit the web address at which the portfolio is hosted.
Other Information
Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.
The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at
This position is eligible for paid leave. Leave is accrued at .025 hours for each hour worked on a bi-weekly basis up to a maximum of 40 hours. This leave can be used for any reason but is not payable upon separation from the City. It can be used with permission and authorization of your supervisor.
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Are you currently enrolled in a university or college-level degree program?
  • Yes
  • No

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2. If you answered "yes" to question 1, please provide the following information regarding your program; otherwise enter N/A.โ€ข Degree Type (i.e. Associate, Bachelor, Masters, Certificate):โ€ข Major or Subject:โ€ข Anticipated Graduation Date (Month and Year):
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Briefly describe your academic or professional experiences which give you a background in urban planning, urban development, or municipal planning and zoning. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please describe your experience providing customer service. This may include experiences in any previous job or volunteer role even if not planning related. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Please describe your experience working collaboratively as a member of a team, in either an academic or professional setting. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
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Do you have experience using Adobe Illustrator or a similar vector graphics software?
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Do you have experience using Adobe InDesign or a similar desktop publishing software?
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Do you have experience using Adobe Photoshop or similar raster graphics editor?
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Please describe your experience creating graphics, maps, and/or videos. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A.
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Do you have experience using ESRI ArcGIS or a similar geospatial mapping platform for data analysis and cartography?
  • Yes
  • No

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If you answered "yes" to question 10, please describe that experience. Be certain to include the name of the platform used, the types of projects you completed, and whether you utilized the software for data analysis, cartography, or both.
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Do you have experience using SketchUp Pro or a similar modeling software to create 3D graphics and site models?
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If you answered "yes" to question 12, please describe that experience. Be certain to include the name of the software used and the types of graphics you created.
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A cover letter is required to complete this application. Have you uploaded your cover letter?
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A resume is required to complete this application. Have you uploaded your resume?
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A portfolio of recent work examples is required to complete this application. You may attach a pdf portfolio limited to 15MB to this application or provide the online URL where your portfolio is hosted. Please enter the web address at which your portfolio is linked. If you attached it to this application as a document upload, please enter "attached to application" instead.
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