Planning Intern: Data-Driven Community Design

DUNAWAY ASSOCIATES LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Dunaway Associates LLC is seeking a Planning Intern to work with experienced planners and gain hands-on experience shaping communities across Texas. You will assist with research, data collection, and analysis to see planning principles come to life in real-world projects.

You will collaborate on mapping, zoning analysis, and policy research, collect data from surveys and fieldwork, and help organize project files and schedules while developing practical planning skills.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of landscape architecture and site design principles.
• Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with planners on mapping, zoning analysis, and policy research.
• Collect and analyze data from surveys, field work, or GIS tools.
• Summarize findings to support planning decisions.
• Organize project files, maintain records, and help with scheduling.
• Attend team meetings and contribute ideas to ongoing projects.
• Observe professional planning practices and build technical skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptable

Strong written and verbal comms

Professionalism and work ethic

Education

Actively pursuing degree (Landscape Architecture/Environmental Design)

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

GIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Dunaway Associates LLC is seeking a Planning Intern to work with experienced planners and gain hands-on experience shaping communities across Texas. You will assist with research, data collection, and analysis to see planning principles come to life in real-world projects.

You will collaborate on mapping, zoning analysis, and policy research, collect data from surveys and fieldwork, and help organize project files and schedules while developing practical planning skills.