City of Redwood City
The Community Development Department (CD) is seeking a value-driven team player to fill the position of Planning Intern. This internship provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic college level student seeking broad experience within a dynamic City Planning Division. The Planning Division of the Community Development Department administers City Council policies contained in the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and other plans and ordinances. In addition, the Division establishes new and amended rules governing land use and urban design for adoption by City Council from the platform of the General Plan. The Division provides staff, professional service, and administrative support relating to the development, improvement, and preservation of affordable housing opportunities.
The Planning Intern will assist with a number of projects and efforts throughout the Division, which may include:
- Review of minor planning applications and building permits for compliance with required standards
- Prepare approval letters, staff reports, and presentations to the Zoning Administrator
- Shadowing and assisting Planning staff during public counter hours
- Conducting research for various strategic planning studies that could include Redwood City Greater Downtown Area Plan, Historic Preservation Ordinance updates
- Preparing updates to forms, handouts, and other materials
- Other appropriate tasks as needed
Special Requirements:
Must be willing to work at City Hall for a minimum of three business days from Monday- Thursday per week. Of the three workdays, one day must be Tuesday.
Please submit your application online via CalOpps by 5:00 pm on Thursday, November 6, 2025 for first consideration.
To apply for this job please visit www.calopps.org.