Intern - Park Planner

(Seasonal, Non-Exempt)

Starting Wage: $18.00/hour

Closing Date: May 12, 2026

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

How to apply: Using the “apply” button on this page, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position, contact Unique Hiram at (785) 587-2447 or hr@cityofmhk.com.   

Summary/Objective  

The Intern position with the City of Manhattan offers an advanced and unique learning and  leadership experience in municipal government. The Park Planner Intern works closely with the  Park Planner I/II in the planning, design, and management of capital improvement projects for  the parks, recreation, and zoo divisions. The goal of the position is to offer a comprehensive  perspective of local government management through participation and mentorship. The chosen  Intern must be willing to commit up to at least 80 hours of work over the duration of the  internship (typically a college semester). 

Essential Functions 

• Assists with community engagement and preparation of conceptual plans, construction  documents, master plans, reports and cost estimates. 
• Utilizes basic knowledge of the principles, objectives and practices of landscape  architecture and responds to inquiries in a professional and courteous manner; and  provides information within scope of knowledge and authority. 
• Works with other staff, as required, to assist in project implementation. 
• Produces conceptual plans and/or construction drawings for Parks and Recreation  Department projects.  
• Produces perspective sketches, sections, maps, brochures, posters, or related visual  displays.  

Other Duties 

• Maintain open communication with leadership on all aspects of assigned projects. 
• Effectively interact and work cooperatively with supervisors, fellow staff members, members of the community, and elected/appointed officials.  
• Attend professional training and job-related seminars, courses, meetings as part of job  duties and educational requirements.  
• Assist with site visits to ongoing construction projects. 
• Maintain compliance with all government regulations and standards. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Education and Experience 

• Current enrollment in college or graduate school.  

Preferred Education and Experience 

• Intern must be an undergraduate or graduate student in a Landscape Architect program 
• Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite and/or SketchUp. 

Other Information 

• This is not a KPERS covered position. 
• Position will work less than 1000 hours in a 12-month period. 

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.