Planning Intern

Toole Design Group • Columbus, OH

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Toole Design is seeking a Planning Intern in Columbus, Ohio, to contribute to planning, design, and engineering projects focused on mobility networks, public spaces, and active transportation. The paid internship typically lasts 8–12 weeks and embeds interns in project teams with planners, engineers, and landscape architects. Interns contribute to projects from day one and may work across phases including stakeholder outreach, workshops, analysis, design, construction documents, and construction administration. Work may involve 2D/3D modeling and illustrative graphics, with projects ranging from multimodal corridor studies and Safe Routes to School to Vision Zero, transit planning, wayfinding, and national guidance for the Federal Highway Administration.

The position is based in Columbus, Ohio. Interns generally work 40 hours per week, four days in the office, with the option to work from home on Fridays. The targeted pay range is $18.50 to $22.00 per hour. Applications close December 31, 2026.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate student in at least the third year, a graduate student, or a recent graduate in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, or a related program.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts, skills, and programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using QGIS and/or ArcGIS.
• Passion for active transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in graphic design, layout, and production, including InDesign/Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, design, and engineering projects involving mobility networks and public spaces.
• Participate in project phases including stakeholder outreach, workshops, analysis, design, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Use 2D/3D modeling tools and create illustrative graphics.
• Support project work such as preparing graphics for intersection designs, analyzing pedestrian survey data, and creating materials for public meetings.
• Collaborate with clients, communities, planners, engineers, and landscape architects on streets, parks, and trail systems.

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Collaborative, inclusive culture with support for growth and advancement
• Opportunity to explore interests, share ideas, and learn from field experts
• Mentoring from thought leaders and industry experts
• Community of interns across the country for collaboration and learning

What This Job Offers

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