Intern - General Planning

City of Manhattan Kansas•Manhattan, KS

just now•$17

About The Position

The purpose of the planning intern position is to provide the student with work experience outside of the classroom. Experience includes research, analysis and presentation of data; creation of maps in ArcGIS Pro; development and zoning administrative tasks; and exposure to land use and policy planning.

Requirements

Enrollment in a university curriculum for community and regional planning, public administration, geography or similar field.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro.

Responsibilities

Perform research, synthesis data, and create charts, tables, graphs, reports, memos, etc. to present to the Senior Planner and department management.
Work in ArcGIS Pro to generate maps per project assignments and department management requests.
Draft minutes of the Planning Board, Historic Resources Board, and/or Board of Zoning Appeals.
Attend administrative and committee meetings.
Perform basic office functions as needed, such as data entry and file management.
Participate in a variety of special projects assigned, including updating of the Comprehensive Plan.
Understand and apply the principles and practices of municipal and regional planning.
Present well-organized thoughts using proper grammatical structure.
Work cooperatively with other City employees, other government agencies, and private entities.
Complete assignments and exhibit a desire to continually improve upon new and learned skills.
Other duties as assigned.