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Planning Intern - Part Time

CompanyPlainfield Park District
LocationPlainfield
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the Director of Planning with the design and development of park projects, including updating and maintaining the District’s GIS database and Planning files. Essential duties involve conducting site visits to inventory park conditions and assisting with park design graphics and presentations.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
137
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Plainfield Park District, incorporated in 1966, is located in Will and Kendall Counties, and encompasses all of Plainfield Township and portions of Wheatland Township in Will County and Na-Au-Say Township in Kendall County, including areas of Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Joliet, Plainfield and Romeoville, as well as some unincorporated areas. The Park District boundaries cover more than 43.04 square miles or approximately 27,545 acres and serves a population of more than 110,000 people. The Park District is ranked 9th largest in the State of Illinois based on population served. The Park District is governed by an elected seven-member board and operates under a Board-Manager form of government, with its primary purpose to provide parks and recreational opportunities to its residents. Services provided include recreation programs, park management, capital development and general administration. The Park District manages 91 parks on approximately 1,500 acres. Recreational facilities and amenities operated by the Park District include 64 playgrounds, 2 skate parks, 3 dog parks, 25 basketball courts, pathways, bike trails and numerous sports fields for baseball, football, soccer and softball in addition to the Recreation/Administration Center, Recreation/Administration Center Annex, Normantown Equestrian Center, Ottawa Street Pool, Heritage Professional Center, Streams Recreation Center and the Plainfield Township Community Center.
About the Role

Description

Bring Parks to Life – Shape the Future of Outdoor Spaces!

Do you love the outdoors and have an eye for design? Join our team and help create vibrant, welcoming parks for the community! This role combines creativity, technology, and hands-on fieldwork to make a real impact.


GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Director of Planning, assist with planning, design, and development of park projects in support of the Planning Manager. Update and maintain the District’s GIS database and Planning files. Support in the implementation of the Master Plan.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct site visits to inventory park sites and observe and record site conditions

• Maintains and updates park inventory data in GIS database

• Updates Park site inventory data sheets

• Assist with park design and planning graphics and presentations

• Follow District and department safety, personnel, and administrative policies, procedures and ordinances

• Performs any additional related tasks as required.


Requirements

• Attending a University or College for a Landscape Architecture, Planning, Environmental Science or related degree.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, GIS, Photoshop, Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

• Must be detail oriented to be able to process information accurately.

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and work well with the public and other staff.

• Ability to follow direction and work independently.

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Exceptional communication skills and customer service skills.


Key Skills
AutoCADGISPhotoshopAdobe SuiteMicrosoft OfficeDetail OrientedInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer Service SkillsDesignPlanningFieldwork
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityArt & DesignGovernment & Public SectorData & Analytics