Land Planning Intern

Westwood Professional Services

Jan 4, 2025

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Construction & Surveying
Architecture & Urban Planning
Fort Worth

Requirements

In process of obtaining a four-year degree in Planning or related field.
Strong freehand illustration and computer rendering skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic.
Handle multiple priorities well.
Portfolio or work samples may be required if considered for an interview.
Computer skills including AutoCAD, Sketch-up, 3DS Max, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, In-design), Microsoft Word, MS Excel, and Geographic Information System (GIS).
Working toward or desire to gain certification for American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).
Working toward or gained sustainability credential (LEED and/or ENVISION).

Responsibilities

Work with the senior certified planner to build increasing skills to review and interpret regulatory codes, ordinances, and comprehensive plans.
Review and analyze land features relating to opportunities, constraints, and layout options for development.
Work with the senior certified planner to build increasing skills to prepare due diligence analysis, land development concepts, master development plans, and graphic illustrations using both digital and hand drawn formats.
Work with senior certified planners to develop and refine design solutions.
Use in depth knowledge of land planning theory and concepts in preparing land development concepts and master development plans.
Increasing responsibility to participate in project meetings with staff, clients, & regulatory agencies.
Assist in editing technical plans, details, and specifications.
Visit construction sites to gather information, review design intent, inform and support senior project team members during the construction phase.
Use in depth knowledge of entitlement procedures and required regulatory approvals.
Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the Planning service.
Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism.
Project geographic focus to be mainly in the South region through local office markets but supported by national Planning service team and expertise.

FAQs

What is the location of the Land Planning Intern position?

The Land Planning Intern position is located in Ft. Worth, TX.

What kind of team will the intern be working with?

The intern will work in a collaborative and integrated team of professionals including landscape architects, civil engineers, planners, surveyors, environmental scientists, and transportation engineers.

What responsibilities will the Land Planning Intern have?

The intern will review and interpret regulatory codes, analyze land features, prepare due diligence analysis, assist in design solutions, edit technical plans, and visit construction sites, among other duties.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be in the process of obtaining a four-year degree in Planning or a related field and possess strong illustration and communication skills.

Are there any preferred skills for this internship?

Preferred skills include proficiency in software such as AutoCAD, Sketch-up, 3DS Max, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, MS Excel, and GIS, along with interest in AICP certification and sustainability credentials.

Is a portfolio required for applying?

Yes, a portfolio or work samples may be required if considered for an interview.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will participate in projects mainly in the South region, focusing on land development concepts, master development plans, and due diligence analysis.

Does Westwood Professional Services provide equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Westwood provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.

What is the company culture at Westwood Professional Services?

The culture at Westwood is built around collaboration, innovation, and dedication, emphasizing a "One Team" mentality to achieve superior outcomes.

What recognition has Westwood received in recent years?

In 2023, Westwood was ranked #12 and #30 on Zweig Group's Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists, respectively, and recognized as #79 in the ENR Top 500 Firms.

Westwood Professional Services

Multi-Discipline Professional Engineering

Engineering & Construction

Industry

501-1000

Employees

1972

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Westwood is a leading and award winning, full-service, multidiscipline professional civil engineering firm specializing in public infrastructure, private development, wind, solar, and power delivery projects. Westwood was established in 1972 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Through a focus on its people, culture, and clients, Westwood has quickly expanded to serve clients across the nation from multiple U.S. offices. In 2023, Westwood placed #12 and #30 respectively on Zweig Group’s national Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists and received a 2nd-place Zweig Marketing Excellence award. Westwood also ranked consistently higher five years in a row on the Engineering News Record (ENR) 500 as one of the country’s leading design firms. The firm regularly ranks on industry top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement on award-winning projects nationwide.  