Planning Intern TEMP

Job Description:

Planning Intern TEMP

Description

Overview

The Larimer County Community Development Department is seeking a student to join our team as a Planning Intern for the summer!

The intern will work with a team of Planners, and assist with research, data analysis, and project development for urban planning , land use, and community development. The Intern will be exposed to a wild variety of planning duties and learn about the planning profession from a county government perspective.

This is a temporary position, expected to last 3 months. The typical schedule for this position is 8am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday, with some flexibility on start and end times.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:
• Conducting research and collecting data on zoning, land use, and environmental issues
• Consolidating and analyzing data
• Analyzing demographic, economic, and geographic data to support planning initiatives
• Supporting project managers with long-range planning projects and development review

To view the full job description, visit-https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions?check_logged_in=1#/app/detail/Planner_TEMP.

What we're looking for:
• Proficiency in routine software and business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, virtual meeting platforms, and databases
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• General knowledge of planning principles and practices
• Skill in collecting and analyzing data, and developing routine plans and reports
• Commitment to providing professional and courteous customer service to clients and the public
• Strong research skills and familiarity with common research techniques

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be a current college student and have completed at least the sophomore year of study in Urban Planning or a related field required.
• Three months of experience using GIS preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 5/28/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$20.00 Hourly