Planning Intern | Fort Lauderdale, FL

IMEG•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Planning Intern in Fort Lauderdale, Florida to assist the planning team with research, data collection, and community engagement efforts that support planning initiatives. Over 10-12 weeks, you will gain hands-on experience while contributing to active planning work. You will help prepare maps, reports, planning documents, and presentations, participate in public meetings and workshops, and support senior planners as projects move forward. The team supports transportation and bridge-related work, helping communities rethink corridors and public spaces.

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 provide information on planning initiatives
Assist in reviewing zoning applications and community plans to ensure 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