City of Santa Ana
Planning Intern – Volunteer
Part-Time – Up to 20 hours per week
BACKGROUND
At just over 27.2 square miles and over 324,000 residents, Santa Ana is the second-largest and most
urban city in Orange County, and ninth largest in California.
As the lead agency, the Planning Division maintains the City’s General Plan and zoning
documents. Planning is also responsible for environmental review, historic preservation, and new
development. Planning provides staff support to the City's Planning Commission, the Historic Resources
Commission, and the City Council.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Interns will have the opportunity to be involved in a unique and diverse learning and working
environment. Though roles and responsibilities vary over the course of the internship, interns will work
with the four sections of the Planning Division: Current Planning, Regional and Advanced Planning,
Urban Design, and Neighborhood Initiatives. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals, gain
valuable experience in the planning field, and may earn academic credit towards their degree.
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Conducting surveys and data input utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Preparing informational material and reports for presentations
• Providing zoning and permit information at the planning counter, via phone or email
• Performing research and field inspections
• Assisting with processing development projects and long-term planning documents
CHARACTERISTICS OF SUCCESSFUL PERFORMERS
• Current enrollment in a college or university, preferably in one of the following programs: urban
planning, environmental studies, architecture, geography, public administration, public policy, and
related majors
• Excellent writing, oral communication, and analytical skills
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of software programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and carry projects and responsibilities to
completion
• Motivated self-starters who are able to work independently and in a team environment
• Possess and retain a valid California Driver’s License
• Ability to work up to 20 hours per week
• Successful completion of a background check
APPLICATION PROCESS
Email completed application, resume, and letter of interest to Jill Arabe at jarabe@santa-ana.org.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Name (First, Middle, Last)
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Contact Phone Number
E-Mail Address
AVAILABILITY
During which hours are you available for volunteer assignments? Hours per week? ______
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Weekends?
SPECIAL SKILLS OR QUALIFICATIONS
Summarize special skills, other languages, and qualifications you have acquired from employment,
previous volunteer work, or through other activities, including hobbies or sports.
PREVIOUS VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Summarize your previous volunteer experience, names of programs and duties performed.
PERSON TO NOTIFY IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Name
Contact Phone(s)
Email Address
I understand that my individual or group’s services are being offered on a volunteer basis without anticipation of any
financial remuneration and I shall indemnify and hold harmless the City of Santa Ana, its Boards and Commissions,
and their officers, agents and employees from and against all claims, demands, loss or liability of any kind or nature
for any possible injury incurred during volunteer service. I understand that I may be required to go through a
screening process and background check. I agree to cooperate with the Agency’s Volunteer Program Policies and
Procedures. I also understand that there is a possibility that I may be interviewed, photographed and/or videotaped
during this particular activity, and I hereby allow the City staff to use the photographs, interviews, and/or video
materials for City publicity purposes.
Signature: ______________________________________________________________ Date: ________________
OUR POLICY
CITY OF SANTA ANA
PLANNING & BUILDING AGENCY
20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA M-20
P.O. BOX 1988 SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702
PHONE: (714) 647-5360 FAX: (714) 647-6549
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