Summer 2026 Urban Planning Intern
Progressive Companies
Progressive Companies delivers engineering and construction services across key infrastructure sectors.
Assist planners with master plans, research, graphics, and community outreach.
1 months ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Grand Rapids, MI
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Community Engagement
Construction Management
Controlled Environments
Electrical Engineering
Healthcare Planning
Information and Communication Technologies
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Role
Description
stakeholder coordination
data analysis
schedule management
graphic design
social media
proofreading
- Maintain positive working relationship with Practice Leader, Project Managers, and Planners and coordinate tasks and provide project updates
- Collect and gather data, synthesize findings for useful analysis, demonstrate paths for implementation, and share recommendations in a manner that garners support
- Follow project scope for accurate milestones and strong adherence to project deadlines
- Maintain composure and multi-task, while working under deadlines and pressure. This includes estimating time needed to complete various project tasks and prioritization
- Participate in generating digital and social media outreach content
- Provide graphically rich content for community engagement sessions, plans, proposals, project webpages, grant applications, and other documents as needed
- Utilize a strong attention to detail for review and proofing of presentations, written reports, graphic boards, transmittals, and other client-facing materials
- Attend night and evening meetings as required
Requirements
technical writing
microsoft office
adobe creative
hardware/software
planning coursework
empathy
- Strong technical writing experience, as well as an understanding of graphic design principles for infographics, document layouts, and social media posts.
- Exhibit strong technical writing skills for inclusion in planning documents such as master plans, zoning ordinances, research reports, and other professional documents
- Microsoft Office (Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
- Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs including but not limited to the following:
- Maintain professional tone in correspondence with clients and stakeholders; exhibit empathy, humility, and active listening in meeting with community residents and stakeholders
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Enrollment in land use planning college coursework or planning-adjacent college coursework such as architecture, landscape architecture, civil engineering, public administration, or environmental science. Completion of at least one (1) year of coursework is required.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded in 1983, Progressive Companies has become a leading provider of engineering and construction services.
- They specialize in delivering large-scale, high-impact projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and transportation.
- The company is known for its ability to handle complex projects that require precise engineering and construction expertise.
- Over the years, Progressive has played a significant role in major residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
- Their expertise spans across the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to construction and final commissioning.
- Progressive's team is highly skilled, combining decades of experience with the latest technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
- Their portfolio includes landmark projects in both public and private sectors, transforming communities and infrastructure.
- Committed to safety and quality, Progressive delivers projects on time and within budget, making them a trusted partner for developers worldwide.
Culture + Values
- People come first.
- Everyone has a voice here.
- We continually challenge the belief that all the best ways of doing things have already been discovered.
- We’re dedicated to continuous creativity, curiosity, and giving our people the space, encouragement, and autonomy to grow.
- High‑performing culture: unleashing the potential of each and every employee through diversity, leadership, learning, and trust.
- Performance‑based design: decisions driven by clients’ performance measures.
- Employee Ownership: staff have access to profit sharing, employee stock ownership, comprehensive benefits, and employee development programs.
- People First: fun, inclusive, and engaging culture where people thrive.
- Flexible hybrid schedule with remote options and summer hours off Friday afternoons.
- Employee‑led committees for community involvement, CREW (fun), Wellness, and DEI.
Environment + Sustainability
60 Years
Years of Commitment
Committed to sustainable designs and innovation across all projects.
2030 Target
Carbon Neutral Buildings
All new buildings and renovations will be carbon neutral by 2030 as part of the AIA 2030 Challenge.
2030 Net-Zero
Net-Zero Target
Striving toward a 2030 net-zero target by minimizing operational and embodied carbon.
- Use of energy‑modeling tools like cove.tool, TallyCAT, EC3 for selecting lower‑carbon materials.
- Developed Sustainability Action Plan and using AIA’s Design Data Exchange for real‑time feedback.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Female Representation
Board Composition
The Board of Directors reflects gender parity, with 50% female and 50% male members as of 2019.
- DEI committee shares stories, education, and resources to build culture of belonging.
- Universal Design expertise: removing physical and social barriers; enabling clients to pursue Universal Design Certification.
- DEI is essential to innovation; guided by trust and respect, sustaining culture where people’s voices are seen, heard, valued.
- Employees report robust ERGs and committees that recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds.
- Gender statistic: 50% female representation on Board; other gender‑related data not publicly available.
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