Planning Intern | Long Island, NY
About The Position
IMEG is hiring a Planning Intern in Long Island, NY to support the planning team with research, data collection, and community engagement efforts that contribute to the development and implementation of planning initiatives. Over the course of 10-12 weeks, this internship offers hands-on experience supporting active planning work and learning how projects move from analysis to implementation. In this role, you will help prepare maps, reports, and planning documents, participate in public meetings and workshops, conduct site visits, and support the review of zoning applications and community plans. You will also work alongside senior planners and contribute to projects tied to environmental, municipal, and wastewater markets across Long Island and New York City.
Requirements
- Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Planning, Environment Studies, Architecture, or Arts, or equivalent required
- Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, and SketchUp
- Strong interest in design consulting
- Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
- Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship experience in the consulting industry preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with research on planning issues, including demographic trends, land use patterns, and environmental impacts
- Help prepare maps, reports, and planning documents using GIS software and other tools
- Participate in public meetings and workshops to gather community input and share information on planning initiatives
- Assist in reviewing zoning applications and community plans for compliance with local regulations and ordinances
- Conduct site visits to gather data and assess compliance with planning regulations
- Work with public officials, developers, and community members to support planning projects
- Help prepare reports and presentations to communicate planning proposals and findings to stakeholders
- Provide support to senior planners in managing planning projects and initiatives
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- employee wellness program
- life and disability insurance
- retirement savings plan
- paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO)
- generous PTO
- flexible schedule
- tuition reimbursement
- health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
