Urban Planning Intern – GIS & Public Meetings

Berkeley County (SC) Government; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Berkeley County Planning and Zoning Department offers a paid internship for current undergraduate or graduate students. Eligible programs include Urban Studies, City/Regional Planning, Historic Preservation, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Architecture, or related fields.

Interns gain hands-on experience in land use planning, the Comprehensive Planning process, ArcGIS, research, and writing, while learning about local government and decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled and attending college.
• Prefer experience with ArcGIS and planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with public meetings preparation and facilitation.
• Assist with research related to the One Berkeley 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update and zoning ordinance amendments.
• Attend technical plans review meetings and accompany staff during site visits/inspections.
• Assist staff with technical plans reviews for compliance to applicable standards.
• Field citizen inquiries and disseminate general zoning information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

ArcGIS

Education

Enrollment in college

Job description

The Berkeley County Planning and Zoning Department offers a paid internship for current undergraduate or graduate students. Eligible programs include Urban Studies, City/Regional Planning, Historic Preservation, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Architecture, or related fields.

Interns gain hands-on experience in land use planning, the Comprehensive Planning process, ArcGIS, research, and writing, while learning about local government and decision-making processes.