Parks Planning Summer Student

Parks Planning Summer Student

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Organization: City of Port Moody

Job Type: Auxiliary

Location: Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada

Salary Range: $29.71/Hour

Closing Date: March 1, 2026

Planning & Design Support

• Assist with site analysis, concept development, and preparation of planning and design graphics for parks, open spaces, and trails.
• Participate in site visits to document conditions and gather information relevant to ongoing projects.
• Prepare maps, diagrams, and visual materials using Adobe Creative Suite and GIS tools.
• Participate in discussions and internal working sessions that inform planning and design directions.

Research & Policy Support

• Conduct research to support park plans, strategic initiatives, and citywide policies.
• Compile and organize data related to ecological features, recreation needs, site conditions, and planning precedents.
• Assist with preparing summaries, briefing notes, or background materials.

Project Coordination & Engagement Support

• Support the planning for public and stakeholder engagements.
• Participate in public engagement activities when applicable, including assisting with pop-up events or helping analyze community feedback.
• Assist with coordination between City departments working on park related initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post secondary education in Landscape Architecture, Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize research and prepare supporting materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Foundational experience in site analysis, planning, or design.
• Must be returning to full time studies in Fall 2026.

Preferred Experience

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Familiarity with GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS).
• Experience preparing planning or design graphics for academic or applied projects.
• Understanding of sustainable, inclusive, and accessible design principles.
• Experience participating in collaborative design processes (studio work, charrettes, group projects).
• Exposure to public engagement or community facing work.
• Exposure to working in an office environment considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence (asset but not required).

Please note that employment with the City of Port Moody is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory police information check as well as a satisfactory driver’s abstract, where necessary.

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