PLANNING INTERN
City of Salina, Kansas
Development Services Department
Temporary/Seasonal · Part-Time

The Planning Intern in Salina’s Development Services Department plays a meaningful role in shaping community growth by supporting research, data collection, & public outreach that help inform planning decisions & future improvements. This position contributes to projects that strengthen neighborhoods, support responsible development, & enhance quality of life for Salina residents. The internship is designed to provide flexibility & work-life balance while working in an office setting. This is a strong opportunity for someone seeking to build practical skills, gain exposure to local government operations, & make a visible, positive impact in the Salina community.

Duties:
· Works under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Community & Development Services.
· Conducts research; drafts & presents an overall public outreach plan for the department.
· Assists staff in collecting & compiling data for various projects.
· Conducts research for potential code amendments; conducts field work, collects parcel data & searches land records.
· Assists planning staff at various planning board meetings & attends Development Review Team meetings.
· Conducts basic office functions as needed, such as data entry, drafting correspondence, file management, & customer service; may occasionally assist with office duties in other Development Services divisions.
· Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:
· High school graduate or G.E.D.
· Enrolled in a current degree program in urban planning, geography, architecture, public administration or related community or urban/rural planning field preferred.

Requirements:
· Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
· Must have strong computer skills with proficiency in Excel.
· Must have the ability to communicate & work well with staff.
· Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Work Type:
· Light, exerting up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
· This is an in-office position in Salina.

Hours:
· Days & hours of work are to be determined by the chosen candidate & the Deputy Director.
· This position will not exceed 40 hours per week & the internship will not exceed a total of 400 hours.

Pay:
· $12.00/hr.

For More Information Contact:
· Margy Clem, Deputy Director 
· Email: margy.clem@salina.org 
· Office: 785-309-5720

Application Deadline: Until filled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace: We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status.  Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at 785-309-5710.

TH 04/09/2026