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Distinguishing Features of Work

Step into the engine room of city-building with the Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department, where ideas transform into streets, spaces, and thriving communities. This internship offers hands-on exposure to real planning projects that shape growth, infrastructure, and development across the region. You will contribute to active initiatives, support data-driven decisions, and collaborate with experienced planners, gaining practical insight that extends far beyond the classroom. Designed for motivated, detail-oriented students, this role builds technical, analytical, and communication skills while delivering meaningful impact.

Workdays and Hours - This is a part-time position with hours scheduled between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the exact schedule determined at the time of hire.

Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation

- - Posting may close at any time - -

Examples of Work Performed

• Performs intern-level work assigned by the department.
• Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Level of knowledge appropriate to the work being assigned.
• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information
• Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as 20 characters per inch
• May require ability to research, analyze, summarize and report findings
• May require ability to work outdoors in inclement weather
• May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, construction and windy conditions
• May require ability to cover uneven terrain, go up and down stairs, and otherwise maneuver around construction sites
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and/or the public
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements for the specific internship assignment
• May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License.
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Current enrollment in a degree program in Urban Planning, Architecture, Geography, Public Administration, or Public Policy.
• A current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• One (1) year of experience working in a professional office, public sector, or customer-facing environment.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links:

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Step into the engine room of city-building with the Wichita-Sedgwick County Metropolitan Area Planning Department, where ideas transform into streets, spaces, and thriving communities. This internship offers hands-on exposure to real planning projects that shape growth, infrastructure, and development across the region. You will contribute to active initiatives, support data-driven decisions, and collaborate with experienced planners, gaining practical insight that extends far beyond the classroom. Designed for motivated, detail-oriented students, this role builds technical, analytical, and communication skills while delivering meaningful impact. Workdays and Hours - This is a part-time position with hours scheduled between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the exact schedule determined at the time of hire. Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation - - Posting may close at any time - - Examples of Work Performed Performs intern-level work assigned by the department. Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle. These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed. Requirements of Work Level of knowledge appropriate to the work being assigned. Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information. Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as 20 characters per inch. May require ability to research, analyze, summarize and report findings. May require ability to work outdoors in inclement weather. May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, construction and windy conditions. May require ability to cover uneven terrain, go up and down stairs, and otherwise maneuver around construction sites. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and/or the public. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to safely perform the physical requirements for the specific internship assignment. May require ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas Driver's License. An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Experience and Training Required Experience and Training. Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Preferred Experience and Training. Current enrollment in a degree program in Urban Planning, Architecture, Geography, Public Administration, or Public Policy. A current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. One (1) year of experience working in a professional office, public sector, or customer-facing environment. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following links: WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf EEOC - Know. Your. Rights 6.12 Screen. Rdr.pdf WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf

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