About the role#
LaBella Associates is hiring a Planning Intern for the winter 2027 term in Glens Falls, New York. You will join our Planning Team to gain hands-on experience in community planning, downtown revitalization, and brownfield redevelopment. This role involves working alongside planners, engineers, and environmental specialists on projects that impact communities across Upstate New York.
What you'll do#
- Conduct background research, data collection, and demographic analysis.
- Assist with GIS mapping and spatial analysis.
- Support public engagement efforts by preparing meeting materials and summaries.
- Contribute to plan writing, graphics, and presentation materials.
- Assist with grant writing.
- Participate in project team meetings and client discussions.
- Conduct site visits and document existing conditions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
- Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
- Experience with GIS, with a preference for ArcGIS.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Glens Falls, New York.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
- Compensation: $16 - $20 per hour, depending on experience and education.
About LaBella Associates
LaBella Associates is a design professional corporation founded in 1978. Based in Rochester, New York, the firm provides architecture, engineering, and planning services for public and private projects. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The company operates across the eastern United States, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
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