Urban Planning Intern: Data, Maps & 3D Design (Part-Time)

City of Champaign; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Champaign invites applications for a Planning Intern to work with the Planning and Development Department, shaping sustainable, livable communities through data, design, and policy. This in-person, part-time internship supports students while they pursue their degree, with an October 2026 start date.

The role provides hands-on planning experience, including surveying conditions, creating planning graphics, supporting outreach and zoning enforcement, and delivering customer service in

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a university or college-level degree program.
• Understanding of urban planning concepts and municipal zoning.
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surveying community conditions related to planning and zoning.
• Prepare maps and graphics to support current and long-range planning projects.
• Support community outreach and zoning enforcement.
• Provide general customer service support in the Planning Department.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Urban planning basics

Education

Enrollment in urban planning program

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

ESRI ArcGIS

SketchUp Pro

Job description

The City of Champaign invites applications for a Planning Intern to work with the Planning and Development Department, shaping sustainable, livable communities through data, design, and policy. This in-person, part-time internship supports students while they pursue their degree, with an October 2026 start date.

The role provides hands-on planning experience, including surveying conditions, creating planning graphics, supporting outreach and zoning enforcement, and delivering customer service in