Planning Intern - Summer 2026

Description

• Prepare written planning documents, summarize information collected by others, and assemble reports.
• Conduct field visits to collect data and photograph project sites throughout the five boroughs.
• Prepare presentation materials, including reports, memos, and project deliverables.
• Effectively interact with numerous VHB staff, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner.
• Provide project management support.
• Prepare planning documentation, including narratives, presentations, meeting/outreach materials, and graphics.
• Assist in site analysis, concept development, feasibility studies, and corridor planning studies.
• Participate in public engagement and outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Comfort and enthusiasm to work on multi- and inter-disciplinary teams and across disciplines.
• Experienced and comfort working with Arc-GIS, Excel, Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Rhino. Experience with visualization software, scripting, and statistics is a plus.
• Curiosity in the built environment and flexibility to work on various planning team tasks as needed. Critical thinking and confidence to apply this to project work.
• Fast learner, self-motivated, and highly organized.
• Capable of coordinating and performing multiple tasks concurrently.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in urban planning/studies, environmental science, public policy, or a related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance