The City of Takoma Park is looking for a Planning Intern seeking experience in community planning, transportation planning, GIS-mapping, public outreach, and more. Our planning staff is small and interns play an important role in the City’s efforts to improve the quality of life for its residents and take the lead on projects. City government offices are located in the Takoma Park Community Center, at 7500 Maple Avenue - a ten-minute walk from the Takoma Metro Station, on multiple bus lines, and accessible by bike and Capital Bikeshare. The Planning Internship opportunity is open for qualified candidates, 30-40 hours/week, up to 12 months. The City telework policy allows remote work up to 60% time.
Skills:
- A strong interest in active transportation, equitable community development, smart growth, or inclusive public space planning;
- Flexibility and desire to work on a wide range of planning projects, as needed;
- Experience interfacing with public constituents in diverse communities;
- Basic proficiency with data management software such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, or Seamless Docs;
- Proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva;
- Proficiency with GIS mapping software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or R;
- Strong writing, digital communication, and interpersonal skills;
- Self-motivated, problem solver, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision
Minimum:
- Graduated with a master’s degree within the past two years, or currently enrolled in a graduate program in urban and regional planning, community planning, architecture, urban design, urban studies, economics, real estate development, geography, or another related field; or comparable work experience.
Preferred:
- Foreign language skills (specifically Spanish, French, or Amharic)
- Demonstrated knowledge of equitable outreach and engagement principles and practices
- Advanced proficiency with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva
- Advanced proficiency with GIS mapping software such as ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or R
- Valid U.S. driver’s license (and comfort driving a municipal vehicle).
Apply through the job posting.