Planning, Design & Construction Intern

Position Summary:

The Summer Internship Program offers students work experience and professional guidance in several areas of the organization. Interns contribute to projects that support departmental work, develop new skills, and gain insight into their career interests. Interns will have the opportunity to explore behind the scenes of Battery Park City Authority’s innovative vision and design, complex public space management, leadership in sustainable practices, and commitment to outstanding public resources.

Essential Duties:

Under the direct supervision of the VP for Planning & Design, the Planning & Design Intern would assist in and perform the following tasks:

• Assist the team in the preparation of planning and design scopes for a variety of projects
• Assist in the development of graphics, presentation materials and reports
• Assist with project management for planning, design & construction projects
• Conduct basic research and data collection
• Organize and electronically file historic drawings
• Maintain records, collections and files related to specific projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education:

• Actively pursuing a degree in a planning, design or construction field.
• Matriculating upper class student or incoming transfer equivalent at an accredited four year institution
• of higher learning OR:
• Relevant experience and 44 credits* earned towards a degree (Junior College credits are sufficient)

Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Confident verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation, research, verbal, written, and graphic communications skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Reliable and punctual
• Strong interest in learning on the job with the ability to work well both independently and with others

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.