Planning Intern

Michael Baker International

Planning Intern supporting Michael Baker International’s housing, environmental, and community planning projects. Drafting planning documents, conducting land-use analysis, and preparing CEQA/NEPA environmental reports.

Posted 8/20/2026part-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $23 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and writing skills while supporting land use planning and community engagement efforts. Proficient in drafting planning documents and environmental reports in compliance with CEQA and NEPA requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Land Use PlanningCEQA ComplianceNEPA ComplianceMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting Planning DocumentsTechnical AnalysisData GatheringEnvironmental ReportingCommunity Engagement

Soft Skills

Strong Writing SkillsCommunication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam CollaborationFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

General Plan UpdatesHousing ElementsSpecific Plan UpdatesObjective Design StandardsZoning Ordinance Updates

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft long-range planning documents such as General Plan Updates, Housing Elements, Specific Plan Updates, Objective Design Standards, and Zoning Ordinance Updates
Support land use planning tasks, including best-practices research, data gathering, and technical analysis
Assist with community engagement and outreach, presentations, and report materials including maps and graphics
Draft environmental reports and prepare documents in accordance with CEQA and NEPA requirements
Support housing, environmental, and community planning projects for the San Diego office’s Planning department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in good academic standing at an accredited University, College, or Technical School
Working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in planning or related discipline
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Proficient Microsoft Office Suite skills, including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Powerpoint
Ability to work both in the San Diego office and remotely
Strong writing and communication skills
Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks typical of an entry-level planning position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work hours
Flexible internship start and end dates
Hybrid work arrangement (San Diego office and remote work)