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11/17/2025
Planning Intern - Spring 2026
City of Shaker Heights
Salary Range: $20/hour
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 2026; in-person 15-25 hours per week. The position is available for 12 weeks during the spring.
The intern will be involved with a variety of projects and responsibilities at any one time. Interns will observe or participate in meetings whenever appropriate.
The intern will be involved with several projects and key responsibilities during the internship, including but not limited to: Grant research and writing for a variety of grants; Assisting Department staff with Landmark Commission meetings and special projects; Project assistance for ongoing projects such the Van Aken Bikeway Design & Engineering, Lee Road Action Plan Implementation, Recreation Strategic Plan Implementation, Lynnfield Station Stabilization, and Public Art, including the Lee Road mural program.
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.
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Please submit a cover letter, resume and writing sample for consideration to human.resources@shakerheightsoh.gov.
