Land Planner Intern

Pape-Dawson • Austin, TX

100d

About The Position

Overview: The Land Planner Intern supports project teams under the guidance of a Senior Land Planner, contributing to the design and planning of residential, commercial, and site development projects. This internship offers hands-on experience with conceptual planning, graphics preparation, and zoning research in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Pape-Dawson is a leading civil engineering and professional services firm, with a history of delivering award-winning infrastructure and development projects with national impact. Our diverse team of experts is passionate about solving complex problems and making a difference in our communities. We offer career opportunities in a company culture that values personal growth and professional excellence. With world-class benefits and a commitment to your overall wellbeing, Pape-Dawson is a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture or a related field.
• Familiarity with land planning principles, techniques, and procedures.
• Exposure to design and visualization tools including AutoCAD Civil 3D, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Bluebeam, and SketchUp.
• Basic understanding of geometry and spatial relationships.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the creation of base sheets, city submittals, and zoning ordinance research.
• Learn to identify and interpret base map elements such as property boundaries, topography, aerial imagery, easements, right-of-way (ROW) dedications, floodplains, street names, city limits, and ETJ lines.
• Support the development of concept sketches and graphics using AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and SketchUp.
• Coordinate with engineering, design, and production teams to support project goals and meet deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees