Planning Assistant Intern

Township of Roxbury
Township, New Jersey

The Planning Assistant Intern provides administrative and operational support to the Planning and Zoning Department. Under the direction of the Township Planner and Planning & Zoning staff, the intern assists with land use applications, records management, customer service, public inquiries, board administration, and planning-related projects. This internship offers practical, hands-on experience in municipal planning, zoning administration, and local government operations.

Examples of Work:

• Assists the public through written, telephone, and face-to-face communications regarding land use applications, zoning requirements, and general planning inquiries
• Assists with the processing, organization, and maintenance of land use development applications
• Assists with the intake and processing of application fees, escrows, bonds, and related documents and coordinates submission to the Finance Department
• Organizes, manages, and maintains land use files in accordance with New Jersey records retention requirements
• Assists with Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests and document retrieval
• Prepares and distributes correspondence, notices, and form letters via mail and email
• Reviews application submissions for completeness and confirms all required supporting documentation has been provided
• Coordinates with Planning and Zoning staff to collate, distribute, scan, file, and maintain application records and supporting materials
• Assists the Board Secretary during Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings as needed
• Assists the Zoning Officer and Township Planner with field inspections to verify compliance with approved plans and applications
• Supports planning projects, research assignments, and special departmental initiatives as assigned
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Township Planner

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current enrollment in or recent completion of a college or graduate-level program in Urban Planning, Community Development, Public Administration, Geography, Environmental Studies, or a closely related field preferred
• Coursework or experience in municipal planning, zoning, land use regulation, or community development preferred
• Interest in local government, planning, zoning administration, and public service preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License required
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation required

Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to learn municipal software systems and planning-related applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced office environment
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional, courteous, and accommodating manner

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with occasional attendance at Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings and field inspections
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting, standing, computer work, and document handling
• May require travel to field locations within the Township
• Schedule is generally Monday through Friday and shall not exceed 28 hours per week

Additional Information:
This is a part-time internship designed to provide practical experience in municipal planning, zoning administration, and local government operations. The desired schedule is Monday through Friday with flexibility based on departmental needs and the selected candidate’s academic schedule. New Jersey residency is required pursuant to applicable state law.

Planning Assistant Intern
Department: Planning & Zoning Department
Employment Status: Part-Time Internship
Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Salary Range: $17.00 – $21.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Massiel Medina Ferrara at . Posting may also be found on the Township’s website – https://www.roxburynj.us/517/Employment

July 31, 2026

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