Intern General Planning
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Job Location:
Manhattan, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
(Seasonal Non-Exempt)
Starting Wage:$17.00/hour
Closing Date: 06/10/2026
Shift/Workdays and Hours:Variable (Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM)
How to apply: Using the apply button on this page please complete the required online application upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position contact Unique Hiram at or
Summary/Objective
The purpose of the planning intern position is to provide the student with work experience outside of the classroom. Experience includes research analysis and presentation of data; creation of maps in ArcGIS Pro; development and zoning administrative tasks; and exposure to land use and policy planning.
Essential Functions
- Perform research synthesis data and create charts tables graphs reports memos etc. to present to the Senior Planner and department management.
- Work in ArcGIS Pro to generate maps per project assignments and department management requests.
- Draft minutes of the Planning Board Historic Resources Board and/or Board of Zoning Appeals.
- Attend administrative and committee meetings.
- Perform basic office functions as needed such as data entry and file management.
- Participate in a variety of special projects assigned including updating of the Comprehensive Plan.
Other Duties
- Understand and apply the principles and practices of municipal and regional planning.
- Present well-organized thoughts using proper grammatical structure.
- Work cooperatively with other City employees other government agencies and private entities.
- Complete assignments and exhibit a desire to continually improve upon new and learned skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
- Enrollment in a university curriculum for community and regional planning public administration geography or similar field.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro.
Other Information
- This is not a KPERS covered position.
- Position will work less than 1000 hours in a 12-month period.
The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets backgrounds experiences and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any basis protected by law.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
The City of Manhattan, Kansas, provides municipal services for more than 50,000 residents.
