Parks Intern - Park Planning & Project Management
Are you passionate about parks, green space, and community impact? Join our team as a Park Planning & Development Intern and gain hands-on experience shaping vibrant outdoor spaces. Under the direction of the Park Planning & Development Manager, you’ll support planning, design, and construction projects from concept through completion.
This internship provides exposure to site analysis, conceptual design, construction documentation, field inspections, public engagement, and project management.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide technical and administrative support for park planning, design, and development projects
- Assist with site analysis, conceptual design, and preparation of construction documents
- Create and revise technical drawings using CAD software
- Prepare reports, presentations, graphics, and mapping materials using CAD, GIS, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Attend meetings with staff, stakeholders, contractors, and consultants
- Support budgeting, scheduling, and project tracking to ensure projects remain on time and within budget
- Assist with field inspections and review of construction documents for compliance
- Contribute to public engagement efforts and long-range park planning initiatives
- Conduct research on materials, plants, and environmental considerations relevant to the Midwest region
- Assist with grant writing and funding support efforts.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current student or recent graduate in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience with CAD, GIS, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office/Google Suite preferred