Urban Planning Intern – Spring 2027 (Paid)

Shaker; Shaker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The City of Shaker Heights Planning Department is seeking a part-time paid intern for Spring 2027 to assist with ongoing planning projects. The 12‑week internship offers in-person work, approximately 15–25 hours per week, beginning January 25 and ending around April 16, 2027.

Responsibilities include grant research/writing, attending meetings, engaging with stakeholders, and creating maps and graphics using GIS tools. Applicants should be enrolled in Urban Planning or related fields.

Qualifications

• Experience with research and organizing data for planning projects.
• Strong writing skills for grant applications and administration.
• Effective communication with city staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning staff on multiple ongoing projects and tasks.
• Conduct grant research and help prepare grant applications.
• Attend Landmark Commission meetings and draft notes.
• Support community engagement, data collection, and GIS work.
• Prepare graphics, maps, and zoning updates for presentations.

Skills

Research & data

Grant writing

Communication

Education

Urban Planning / Urban Studies

Tools

GIS

Job description

The City of Shaker Heights Planning Department is seeking a part-time paid intern for Spring 2027 to assist with ongoing planning projects. The 12‑week internship offers in-person work, approximately 15–25 hours per week, beginning January 25 and ending around April 16, 2027.

Responsibilities include grant research/writing, attending meetings, engaging with stakeholders, and creating maps and graphics using GIS tools. Applicants should be enrolled in Urban Planning or related fields.