Planning Intern | New York, NY
About the role
This posting is for Summer 2027 Internship opportunities. IMEG is hiring a Planning Intern in New York, NY.
Responsibilities
- Aid in research on planning issues, including demographic trends, land use patterns, and environmental impacts.
- Prepare maps, reports, and planning documents using GIS software and other tools.
- Participate in public meetings and workshops to gather community input and share information on planning initiatives.
- Aid in reviewing zoning applications and community plans for compliance with local regulations and ordinances.
- Conduct site visits to gather data and assess compliance with planning regulations.
- Work with public officials, developers, and community members to support planning projects.
- Prepare reports and presentations that communicate planning proposals and findings to stakeholders.
- Support senior planners in managing planning projects and initiatives.
Requirements
- Completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Planning, Environment Studies, Architecture, or Arts, or equivalent required.
- No listed experience.
- Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, and SketchUp.
- Strong interest in design consulting.
- Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred
- Prior internship experience in the consulting industry preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Sit, walk, stand, talk, see, hear, and lift objects up to 25 pounds.
- Occasionally required to drive, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach with hands or arms, and grasp or pull.
- Have limited exposure to outside weather conditions and loud noises.
About The Team
Public-sector transportation, planning, urban design, and environmental work concentrated across Connecticut and the Northeast. Active portfolio includes transportation planning, community planning, urban design, environmental and natural resource planning, and landscape architecture. Recent work includes Greater Hartford Mobility Study, Government (City/County/State), and Fairfield POCD, Government (City/County/State).
Why IMEG
- We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
- A paid internship with real, hands-on project work, not busywork.
- A structured program with an assigned mentor and a cohort of fellow interns.
- A clear path to full-time: many interns and co-ops convert to full-time roles at IMEG.
- IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology.
- Real impact from day one: at IMEG, an intern once became our Virtual Reality leader.
- State of New York Pay Range: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour.
What You'll Bring
- Education completed at least 2 years towards a Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Planning, Environment Studies, Architecture, or Arts, or equivalent required.
- No listed experience.
- Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, and SketchUp.
- Strong interest in design consulting.
- Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Additional Information
Bring Your Career to IMEG Apply today to gain hands-on planning experience and help support initiatives that shape communities. IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment. Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.