Planning Intern (P/T) Urban Development

Hattiesburgms; Hattiesburg (MS); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Hattiesburgms is seeking a Planning Intern (Part-Time) in Urban Development. The role involves observing and analyzing planning and land use projects, working with city staff and the public, and assisting with parcel data, zoning, and historic districts.

The internship emphasizes organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task while serving the public in a dynamic city planning environment.

Qualifications

• College courses relating to pertinent specialties such as affordable housing, transportation, land use, architecture, geography, or related fields.
• Basic understanding of planning principles.
• Competency in Microsoft Office, GIS and other relevant applications.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to a team of planners.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for planning projects.
• Conducts field work site visits for inspections and analysis; collects photographs.
• Prepares maps, collects parcel data, and searches land records.
• Assists planning staff at community meetings.
• Presents report findings at community meetings.

Skills

Planning principles

Teamwork

Written & verbal communication

Research & analysis

Education

College courses in related fields

Tools

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position

Planning Intern (Part-Time)

Department

Urban Development

Division

Planning

Rate of Pay

$12.00/hr.

Nature of Work

This position represents the first practical contact a prospective planner makes with the profession and will offer observation and analysis of a wide variety of projects and issues related to planning and land use regulations.

The position requires observation, input, and assistance with various projects in land use. The successful applicant will work with the city staff and public; city codes and maps to determine parcel locations, ownership, zoning, flood zones, aerial photography, and historic districts; and may have to convey this information to the public courteously and timely. Organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task are a must, as well as a positive attitude and eagerness to serve the public.

Examples of Work

• Provides support to a team of planners.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for various planning projects.
• Conducts field work site visits for inspections and analysis, collects photographs
• Prepares maps, collects parcel data, and searches land records
• Assists planning staff at community meetings
• Presents report findings at community meetings
• Conducts basic office functions as needed, such as data entry, file management, and customer service

Qualifications

• College courses relating to pertinent specialties, such as affordable housing, transportation, land use, architectural design, geography, or other related fields.
• Basic understanding of planning principles
• Competency in various computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, GIS and other relevant applications
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Flexibility and desire to work on varying planning projects