Landscape Architecture Intern

Job Description:

Landscape Architecture Intern

Description

Distinguishing Features of the Class

The City of Des Moines' Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a work-study intern for approximately three months to support the Parks Department planning section for 10 to 20 hours per week. Work may include contributing to agency-level initiatives, such as parks surveys and studies; data collection and analysis; master plan development and preparation; and/or community engagement events. This year's intern will assist with an extensive field research project to document and analyze the quality and condition of assets throughout the City's parks and trails system.

Acceptable Experience and Training

• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen;
• Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility; If possess an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of driving records is required.

Required Special Qualifications

• This position requires the individual be engaged in undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited college or university with completion of at least 2 years (30 semester hours) of coursework with an emphasis in community and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture or related field; OR
• A recent graduate (within the past 12 months) from an accredited college or university with a degree in Community and Regional Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or related field.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

Participate in a variety of projects, such as:

• Conduct field visits and document site conditions;
• Observe and interview park and trail users for survey projects;
• Conduct research, develop metrics, and analyze data;
• Prepare written information, maps and graphics for reports and presentations;
• Participate in work sessions to discuss problems and develop design solutions;
• Draft written descriptions of issues, project background, and proposals;
• Additional related duties as assigned.

This positions receives only mandatory benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 2/28/2025 4:00 PM Central

Salary:

$17.00 Hourly