Planning Intern

City of Dublin•Dublin, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Dublin’s Planning internship provides students studying Planning or a related field with professional planning experience in the public sector. The part-time internship is intended to complement undergraduate or graduate studies and provide training and experience that prepare students for entry-level planning work after graduation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter. Interns are expected to work 20 hours per week during the academic year and must be available through the 2026–2027 academic year. Full-time schedules may be permitted during summer, winter, and spring breaks, subject to the approved budget. The position requires in-person work in Dublin, Ohio; remote work is not available. Intern pay varies by student year, from $17.00 per hour for undergraduate freshmen to $21.00 per hour for second-year graduate students. Positions in this classification are designated Casual. Casual employees serve at the pleasure of the City, and employment may be terminated at any time, with or without cause. New hires must pass a pre-employment drug test. The City of Dublin is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking program in Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or another related field.
Possess a valid driver's license.
Knowledge of urban planning, land use, and design concepts, methods, principles, and practices.
Ability to work on assigned projects under the supervision of planning staff.
Excellent collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Ability to assemble, organize, and analyze relevant information.
Strong technical writing skills.
Available to work through the 2026–2027 academic year and regularly work 20 hours per week.
Available to work in person in Dublin, Ohio; remote work is not available.

Nice To Haves

Technical skills with software applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and ArcGIS.
Prior planning, development, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, or other related experience, including professional, volunteer, or student experience.
Prior office-environment experience and/or experience with GIS, graphic or rendering software, report writing, customer service, or project management.
Assertiveness, comfort with multitasking, ability to prioritize responsibilities, and ability to manage deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Regulate and update the Planning Division webpage with graphics, reports, and other materials for public meetings.
Participate in and/or manage special planning projects under the supervision of Planners.
Manage planning and development cases under the supervision of Planners.
Research and respond to zoning inquiries as the Planner on Call under the supervision of Planners.
Draft Zoning Compliance Letters under the supervision of Planners and the Zoning Compliance Inspector.
Assist with preparing presentations for public meetings.
Support Planners in reviewing and evaluating site, building, and other proposed development plans for compliance with zoning, landscape, and other applicable municipal regulations.
Collect data and conduct field assessments.
Assist with preparing detailed reports and plans.
Set up and conduct public meetings.
Assemble and maintain permanent records.
Provide training and guidance to newly hired Planning Interns.