Park Planning & Design Intern

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Atlanta – Department of Parks and Recreation’s Office of Park Planning and Design (OPPD) is seeking a design intern to work in our downtown Atlanta office. The Office of Park Planning and Design is responsible for overseeing the citywide park system and facility planning, as well as the planning of future land acquisitions. The office also manages the design and construction of capital improvement efforts. The Design Intern will work with a team of dynamic and highly creative professionals, assisting with all aspects of work. Our Interns are fully integrated into our project teams, from research to design, to drafting and rendering. We are seeking ambitious, creative, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.

Requirements

• Proficient in productivity software, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace, and familiarity with project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, and Monday.
• Proficient in drafting and rendering software, including but not limited to: Adobe Creative Suite, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Lumion, and 3D modeling software such as Rhino, SketchUp
• Self-motivated team player with attention to detail, and willingness to collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Project management, organization, and time management skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in the completion of design and planning projects
• Assist in project outreach and engagement efforts, working in collaboration with OPPD designers and project managers.
• Assist in the inventory, assessment, and analysis of existing parks and associated facilities, collaborating with OPPD designers and project managers.
• Assist in planning, scoping, and budgeting of design concepts associated with projects, working in collaboration with OPPD designers and project managers.
• Assist in drafting and rendering design concepts associated with projects, collaborating with OPPD designers and project managers, and using the requisite software(s).
• Assist in research and collecting data and metrics associated with park projects, collaborating with OPPD designers and project managers.
• Participate and contribute to design discussions, idea generation, collaboration, and design work in multiple written and graphic formats.
• Attend departmental, team, and project meetings with OPPD designers and project managers.
• Interact with and be a department representative with colleagues, partners, community members, consultants, and contractors for all city-related projects.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed