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Class Concept The purpose of the Planning internship program is to provide students studying Planning or a related field with professional planning experience in the public sector. This program is intended to provide part-time employment in the planning field as a complement to the student's graduate and/or undergraduate studies. Upon the student's graduation and completion of the Planning Internship, the student should have received adequate training and experience necessary for an entry-level planning job.

***Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a resume and cover letter with their application to be considered for the Planning Internship*** Intern Pay Structure Undergraduate Freshman: $17.00/hour Undergraduate Sophomore: $17.50/hour Undergraduate Junior: $18.00/hour Undergraduate Senior: $18.50/hour First Year Graduate Student: $19.50/hour Second Year Graduate Student: $21.00/hour Availability/Scheduling Currently seeking applicants available to work through the 2026-2027 academic year Interns are expected to work 15-20 hours per week during their academic year Interns may be permitted to work a full-time schedule during summer, winter and spring breaks subject to the approved budget Must be available to work in-person in Dublin, Ohio (no remote opportunities available) Beyond the Paycheck Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University Discounts on memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC) Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.) Career mapping and growth opportunities Examples of Duties Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Regulating and updating the Planning Division webpage with graphics, reports and other materials for public meetings Participating in and/or managing special planning projects under the supervision of Planners Managing planning/development cases under the supervision of Planners Researching and responding to zoning inquiries as the "Planner on Call" under the supervision of Planners Drafting Zoning Compliance Letters under the supervision of Planners and the Zoning Compliance Inspector Assist with preparing presentations for public meetings Support Planners with reviewing and evaluating site, building, and other proposed development plans for compliance with zoning, landscape and/or other applicable municipal regulations Data collection and field assessments Assistance with the preparation of detailed reports and plans Setting up and conducting public meetings Assembling and maintaining permanent records Providing training and guidance to newly hired Planning Interns Typical Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree seeking program in Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or a degree in another related field Possession of a valid driver's license Knowledge of urban planning, land use and design concepts, methods, principles and practices Ability to work on assigned projects under the supervision of planning staff Excellent collaboration and problem solving skills Ability to assemble, organize and analyze relevant information Strong technical writing skills Preferred Qualifications Technical skills in software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and ArcGIS Prior planning, development, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture or other related experience (professional, volunteer, student, etc.) Prior experience in an office environment and/or prior experience with GIS, graphic/rendering software, report writing, customer service and/or project management Ideal candidates are assertive, comfortable with multi-tasking, and have the ability to prioritize their responsibilities and manage deadlines with minimal supervision Availability/Scheduling Must be available to work through the 2026-2027 academic year Must be regularly available to work 15-20 hours per week Must be available to work in-person in Dublin, Ohio (no remote opportunities at this time) Supplemental Information: All positions within this job classification have been designated as Casual in nature and all employees serving in such positions are considered to be Casual Employees. Casual employees serve strictly at the pleasure of the City and their employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause. THE CITY OF DUBLIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Drug-Free Workplace The City of Dublin is a drug-free workplace (AO 2.35) which prohibits the use of controlled substances including marijuana

As permitted by law and in accordance with City Policy, new hires must pass a pre-employment drug test before appointment to any City position. Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to Administrative Orders 2.38, or as outlined in the posting. EEO Statement The City of Dublin is committed to establishing and maintaining an inclusive and equitable community

We work to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We actively celebrate colleagues' differences, support them through their careers with us, and prohibit discrimination and harassment. We strive to ensure equitable access to resources and opportunities that allow individuals and groups to feel safe, respected, motivated, and valued.

Creating a culture of equity and belonging helps to ensure we meet the needs of all residents, visitors, and City of Dublin employees.