Urban Planning
Global Internship Abroad

Urban Planning

CEA CAPA Internships Abroad is continuously broadening our internship opportunities around the world and takes care to align each internship with an intern’s experience and area of interest.

Please note some internship abroad placements may need candidates to have completed upper-level courses in the respective area, possess specific set of skills, and/or be capable of demonstrating knowledge. Here is a sample of what urban planning global internships abroad can entail.

Sample Position Description

Explore the field of Urban Planning, where the focus is on designing and shaping the future of our cities and communities. This field is essential for addressing contemporary urban challenges and fostering sustainable growth. Some duties may include but are not limited to:

1. Supporting Data Collection: Contribute to data collection efforts by gathering information on land use, transportation patterns, and community demographics for urban planning projects.

2. Coordinating Public Engagement Materials: Aid in the preparation of public engagement materials by organizing informational brochures, creating presentation slides, and ensuring that documents are ready for community meetings.

3. Participating in Site Visits: Join site visits to urban development areas, taking notes, photographing key locations, and helping to document findings for further analysis.

4. Assisting with Zoning Research: Support zoning research by reviewing local zoning codes, organizing relevant documents, and preparing summaries of regulations for the planning team.

5. Helping with Report Preparation: Contribute to the preparation of urban planning reports by compiling data, proofreading sections, and organizing visual materials like maps and charts.

Competency & Skill Development

Displayed below are examples of industry-specific competencies and transferable skills previous interns have developed through our internship placements. Every internship is crafted to align with the distinct goals of the intern and the requirements of their industry. This customization is identified through our placement process and expands as the intern begins their internship and engages with their supervisor.

Industry Specific Competency & Transferable Skill Development:

1. Organizational Skills — Contributing to the effective planning and documentation of urban projects by gathering and organizing data, materials, and research findings.
2. Communication Skills — Engaging with public engagement efforts by preparing informational materials and assisting in the communication of project details to the community.
3. Analytical Skills — Supporting zoning and planning research, enhancing your ability to understand and interpret urban regulations and data.
4. Attention to Detail — Ensuring that site visit documentation, zoning summaries, and reports are accurate and well-organized, essential for successful urban planning.
5. Basic Research Skills — Participating in data collection and research efforts, building foundational skills in urban planning analysis and project support.