Planning Intern

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we're redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don't just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Verdantas is looking for a Planning Intern or Co-Op to join our team. This position is available at our Dublin, Ohio, office or our Mentor, Ohio office. At Verdantas, we believe great planning is the foundation for thriving, forward-thinking communities, and our interns play an important role in that mission. As a Planning Intern, you'll join a collaborative, people-focused team dedicated to sustainable solutions, community impact, and innovative problem-solving. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting real projects, learning from seasoned planners across multiple disciplines, and contributing to meaningful work that helps shape the future of the communities we serve.

What You'll Do:

Assist in preparing various types of plans and studies, including land use plans, zoning codes and maps, redevelopment plans, and economic development plans

Provide technical assistance in planning, zoning code consultation, community development plans, downtown plans, and other related work

Assist in the preparation of draft reports and other materials

Assist in analyzing data using GIS, Microsoft Office software, and other internet applications

Attend and participate in presentations to clients and communities

Attend and participate in planning-related public engagement projects, including open houses, pop-ups, surveys, and other engagement strategies

Provide administrative assistance in the administration and implementation of Community Housing Improvement Programs (CHIP), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Programs, and other CDBG Grant Programs

Develop grant summaries or assist in preparing grant applications for clients

Provide support for and work closely with the Grant Program Administrator to ensure grant compliance, completeness, and accuracy in satisfying guidelines and regulations governing a grant program and individual projects

What You'll Bring:

Student in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in urban planning, public administration, or other related fields of study

Ability to work with extensive detail associated with grant program requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office, basic skills and/or willingness to learn Adobe Suite and ArcGIS Pro

Ability to stay organized, manage their time appropriately, and work on multiple projects at a time

Must be able to work with others in a team environment

Flexibility to travel for in-person events and aid in evening meetings - travel is limited to same day travel

Salary Range:

20-22

Benefits:

Flexible Work Environment

401(k) with Company Match

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.

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