Planning Intern

About the role

The Albemarle County Department of Community Development is actively recruiting a Planning Intern to join our team. This internship provides opportunities to gain experience in local government and long-range planning by assisting County staff with Activity Center Planning and Multimodal Transportation Planning.

Responsibilities

Position activities will include data analysis, mapping, research, and drafting of reports and engagement materials. The intern will assist staff in a variety of projects in support of Activity Center Planning and Multimodal Transportation Planning.

• Using GIS software to create maps representing existing conditions and/or future networks/community facilities within the County, including demographics, land use, transportation networks, housing, resource protection, park facilities/trails, or other geographic characteristics.
• Conducting analysis of existing conditions and recent trends and creating associated data display, charts and graphics.
• Researching best practices in the fields of growth management, affordable housing, community resilience, or related topics.
• Creating interactive engagement materials for community members.
• Researching public records such as minutes from Board of Supervisors meetings.
• Participating in fieldwork and site visits, including research and analysis of site conditions.
• Assisting the Transportation Planning Team with tasks like those listed above.
• Assisting with public engagement events and notetaking.
• Reviewing and compiling public feedback on plan materials.
• Performing related tasks as required.

Qualifications

Candidates with a background in planning, data science, architecture, geography, engineering, and GIS applications preferred. Experience with ArcGIS Pro preferred. Experience with the use of other computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, Adobe Creative Cloud – especially InDesign and Illustrator) and the ability to read/interpret maps, topographies, and aerial photos required.

Work Environment

Limited travel may be required dependent on departmental needs. Limited telework opportunities may be available dependent upon departmental need. The successful candidate may establish a flexible work schedule, with the possibility for remote work. A workspace at the Albemarle County Office Building will be provided.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $20.00 per hour. This is a temporary, part-time, FLSA non-exempt position of approximately 16-20 hours per week for an initial period of 3 months.

Schedule

Estimated start date as early as the week of August 24, 2026. Position open until filled.