JOB DESCRIPTION

The Shaker Heights Planning Department is seeking a part-time intern to assist planning staff with ongoing projects and department responsibilities. This is a paid position for Spring 2027, in-person 15-25 hours per week, for 12 weeks during the spring semester.

The intern will be involved with a variety of projects and key responsibilities during the internship:

1. Assisting Department staff with Recreation Strategic Plan implementation, Winslow Road Traffic Calming implementation, Lee Road Action Plan implementation, the Zoning Map Modernization project, the Lynnfield Station Stabilization project and various traffic calming projects.
2. Grant research and writing for a variety of grants, with opportunities to participate in grant administration activities.
3. Assisting Department staff with Landmark Commission meetings and special projects.
4. Project assistance including community and stakeholder engagement, data collection and organization, including demographic information, traffic calming, grant tracking, photography, GIS work, and administrative support for ongoing projects.
5. Research for the Architectural Board of Review and Board of Zoning Appeals.
6. Create graphics, maps, and geospatial data for both illustrative and analysis purposes.

Essential Qualifications, Credentials and Technical Skills required:

1. Interest in and experience with research and data organization.
2. Strong writing skills that can be applied to drafting grant applications and grant administration.
3. Strong communication skills and ability to professionally interact with a variety of individuals at the City and within the community.

Applicants should be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Public Administration, Architecture, Sustainability, Historic Preservation, Political Science, or a related field.

The City of Shaker Heights does not hire individuals who use any form of tobacco or nicotine products. Background and drug test is required prior to employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. EOE

Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.