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Planning Intern

Maricopa County
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
301 West Jefferson Street (Show on map)
May 16, 2025
Posting Date 05/16/25 Application Deadline 05/19/25 Pay Range The rate of pay for this position is $16.00/hour. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Temporary Department Planning and Development About the Position As a Planning Intern, you will provide research assistance for the Planning Program and receive a host of experience-related benefits. In this capacity, you will perform deep and thorough research into other jurisdictions' practices on certain zoning ordinance topics. You will produce research in a defined format. You will also have the opportunity to shadow staff at public hearings, shadow selected staff on processing and reviewing cases, and gain experience producing staff reports. As part of our ongoing Zoning Ordinance review, you will support an initial project to propose and prepare graphics wherever possible in the ordinance and suggest the use of tables/charts that can eventually replace paragraphs of text. You will research and propose revisions and innovations in this area. Finally, as part of our ongoing Comprehensive Plan update, you may take on additional related research projects in areas such as use planning and other development subjects. About Us Maricopa County is GROWING. At the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department, we want you to join us in making that growth possible! With our wide range of services, from land-use planning to building inspections and permit review, we have positions that allow professionals in the planning, construction, engineering, and trade fields to shape the future of the built environment! Proud To Offer Work with a greater purpose Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require This position is open to students who are currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in planning, geography, or a related field of study. Job Contributions Provide research on planning and zoning-related subjects Produce reports that include analysis of research and preparation of charts and matrices Prepare graphics and charts that illustrate requirements from the zoning ordinance Support customer service initiatives at the front counter by providing answers to general questions about planning and zoning Manage cases related to administrative planning and zoning applications Working Conditions Work is typically performed in an office or administrative setting and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions This position may require exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly This position may require walking or standing to a significant degree Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!