Regional Planning Intern: Climate, Housing & GIS

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Worcester, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) seeks qualified interns to assist in a diverse set of regional and municipal planning projects, including master plans, climate resilience, housing, open space and economic development studies. You will work with a dynamic team on meaningful initiatives.

This internship begins mid-September 2026 for about 12 weeks. Pay is $16.00–$19.00 per hour, with mileage reimbursement; interns are expected to work 10–15 hours per week and may

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and writing skills for report preparation and editing.
• Familiarity with MS Office and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Comfort with data collection and analysis.
• Experience with GIS is preferred.
• Candidates with a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning initiatives at regional and municipal levels.
• Assist with master planning, GIS/mapping, and data services.
• Contribute to community development and economic development plans.
• Coordinate meetings and assist with public engagement tools (surveys, newsletters, social media).
• Assist with website and report design; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Data collection and analysis

Education

Undergraduate or graduate students in related fields

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Creative Cloud

GIS

Job description

The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) seeks qualified interns to assist in a diverse set of regional and municipal planning projects, including master plans, climate resilience, housing, open space and economic development studies. You will work with a dynamic team on meaningful initiatives.

This internship begins mid-September 2026 for about 12 weeks. Pay is $16.00–$19.00 per hour, with mileage reimbursement; interns are expected to work 10–15 hours per week and may