Planning Intern Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.18 - $26.45 Hourly
Location : Ontario, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 081126 Land Intern
Department: Planning
Opening Date: 08/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PT
The Position
Landscape Intern (Administrative Intern)
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.
If you have a passion for landscape architecture then the City of Ontario has the perfect opportunity for you! The Planning Department is seeking an intern to assist the Landscape Planning Division with basic landscape architectural tasks. As a Landscape Intern you will receive valuable hands on experience as well as an opportunity to make a positive impact on your community and your career. This position will interact with City Staff as well as local government, educational, and business leaders.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform basic landscape architectural tasks. Additionally the successful candidate will embody the Department's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy - Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.
The Landscape Intern is a paid, part-time/temporary position scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and is not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.
The following procedures will apply:

• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.

• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The Planning Department
The Planning Department is within the Community Development Agency, plays a critical role in achieving the City Council's goals and objectives relative to land use, urban design, and the quality and sustainability of the built environment. The department focuses on development that enhances economic value, quality of life, and complete community. The Planning department is comprised of three divisions: Administration; Land Development (includes Entitlements, Landscape and Airport Planning); and Advanced Planning (includes Historic Preservation, Healthy Ontario, and General Plan). Please review the Planning Department's webpage for additional information.
The City of Ontario
The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City's team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.
The City's vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario's 2026 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as the other links to learn more about the City:
State of the City
The Ontario Plan
Smart Ontario
Downtown Ontario
Examples of Essential Functions
The essential functions typically performed by the Landscape Intern include the following:

• Assists members of the Landscape Planning Division by performing basic landscape architectural, administrative and technical assignments.
• Operates personal computers, printers, and other office equipment.
• Performs basic plan checking of landscape concept and construction plans.
• Reviews grading and topographic plans for consistency with landscape plans.
• Gathers data and logs information into spreadsheets.
• Responds to requests for information and general questions from the public.
• Prepares plans and files for storage.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines
Education
Equivalent to the completion of two (2) years of college with major course work in Landscape Architecture or a closely related field.
NOTE: Proof of education must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification.
Licenses
Valid Class C California driver's license and acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment.
Desirable
Current enrollment in upper division courses or completion of a Bachelor's degree program in Landscape Architecture or a closely related field.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.
NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.
Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.
Supplemental Questions
To complete your application for this position you will be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.
Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.
Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
Email NoticesEmail is the primary way that the Human Resources or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the city of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application, please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our page.
The City of Ontario values the health and wellness of our employees and their families. We understand benefits are an important part of your total compensation and we take pride in offering a comprehensive benefit package. Please check out our excellent benefit packages here
Employees in this classification are under the Part-Time Compensation and Benefits Profile. For a list of benefits for part-time employees please click here:
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on your application and the following supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility and to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information or AI-generated responses may result in disqualification from the selection process. Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. Responses to the supplemental questions that indicate "see resume" are considered incomplete. By checking the 'Yes' response below, I indicate that I have read the job bulletin and these instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire. Additionally, I certify that my application and supplemental answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and I understand that my responses are subject to verification.

• Yes, I understand the above statement.

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Which of the following best describes your highest related level of education?

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some College Coursework, No Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None of the Above

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All appointments to this position are required to provide proof of completion of the listed education requirements. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degrees/Certifications. This must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative conducting the reference check. Failure to provide the required documentation at, or before, time of the reference check process will result in disqualification If you require clarification on this requirement, please call the City of Ontario Recruitment Team at (909) 395-2035.Please indicate that you have read the statement above by selecting "Yes."

• Yes
• No

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Have you completed at least two (2) years of major college course work in Landscape Architecture or a closely related field?Note: Please be sure to include your education information in the Education section of your application including attachments that indicate enrollment or completed college units. Please see requirements listed in the Education section that displays what is acceptable.

• Yes
• No

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If you answered 'Yes' to the question above, please describe your educational experience involving Landscape Architecture or other related areas in the field. If 'No', please type 'N/A'.
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Briefly tell us about your interest in Landscape, what do you hope to gain from this internship, and how it will benefit your future career goals.
Required Question