Planning Intern

Village of Savoy – Planning Intern

The Village seeks one current student enrolled in an urban planning degree program or related degree program to serve as a Planning Intern. This is an hourly seasonal internship position offering full-time employment for the month of August 2026 and part-time employment between September and November, with the potential to extend on a part-time basis through May of 2027. Under general direction from the Community Planner, this position enables planning students to gain practical experience in municipal urban planning, including gaining familiarity with zoning and land use planning, conducting research pertaining to municipal planning policies, and contributing to the Village’s Comprehensive Plan update, among other projects.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Current enrollment in a university-level urban planning degree program or related field.
2. Must possess and subsequently maintain a valid driver’s license.
3. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
4. Ability to follow directions.
5. Ability to manage a variety of projects.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Ability to create illustrative maps and analyze data in GIS.
2. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Suite, including Word and Excel.
3. Knowledge of applications to create graphics, including Adobe Illustrator and InDesign.

Compensation and Benefits

The rate of pay for this position is $15 per hour. Additionally, the Village offers free individual membership to the Village’s Recreation Center.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three (3) professional references to ced@savoy.illinois.gov. Only electronic applications will be accepted.

DISCLAIMERS

1. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation Disclaimer. The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Village and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the Village and the requirements of the job change. Examples of duties listed in this position description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omissions of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similarly related or a logical assignment to the position. Each employee’s position description is maintained as part of their personnel file. Additional copies of position descriptions may be requested through the employee’s Department Head or from the Office of Management and Budget.

    2. Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer. The Village of Savoy is an                Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive              workforce. The Village does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training,            promotion, compensation, or other employment practices based on race,            color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national        origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or        veteran status, arrest record, order of protection status, or any other                    characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.