Planning Intern

Job Description The City of Belmont Planning & Zoning Department is seeking a part-time intern to support ongoing planning efforts throughout summer 2026. This is a paid, in-person position that will be expected to complete approximately 20-25 hours of work per week over 10-12 weeks (subject to official hire date) through mid-August 2026.The candidate selected for this role will gain entry-level exposure to various public sector planning disciplines, including current planning and permitting, long-range planning, transportation planning, and community engagement.

The intern will support regular administrative functions of the planning department and will also have the opportunity to assist with project-based tasks, tailored to the candidate’s interests as available.

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Duties & Responsibilities Based on the individual’s expertise and area(s) of study, intern tasks may include:

Supporting Planning staff with daily administrative tasks

Assisting with research related to zoning ordinances, historic preservation, environmental planning, and transportation planning/Vision Zero Developing technical and public-facing content to support the Planning Department’s work, including reports, maps, graphics, and social media content

Participating in and supporting public-facing activities, including Board meetings, public engagement pop-ups, community walk audits, and zoning inspections

Other duties as assignedA successful intern will accomplish the following through this experience:

Develop an understanding of city ordinances and long-range plans and how they are communicated, implemented, and enforced

Develop an understanding of local government functions and the role planning departments play in serving a community

Build knowledge in a variety of planning disciplines and understand how each one impacts the planning process

Craft a portfolio of technical and public-facing planning documents, maps, and other materials to demonstrate their contributions to the city Required Skills, Education, and Experience Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this role include:

Working knowledge of and demonstrated interest in planning, public administration, geography, or a related field

Ability to think critically, solve problems independently, and conduct research

Strong customer service skills

Strong attention to detail

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Minimum qualifications:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Must be enrolled at an institution of higher education pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in planning, public administration, geography, or a related field

Preferred qualifications:

Possess a bachelor’s degree in planning, public administration, geography, or a related field, OR have prior experience in planning or a related discipline

Proficient in the use of ESRI products, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online Proficient in the use of graphic design programs like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
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