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Planning New Graduate | Fort Lauderdale, FL
100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture
This posting is for Summer 2027 New Graduate opportunities.
IMEG is hiring a Planning New Graduate in Fort Lauderdale, FL to assist in the development and implementation of planning projects. This entry-level role offers hands-on design, analysis, and project execution experience, with mentorship, training, and opportunities to grow your expertise from day one.
You will support senior planners with research, technical deliverables, site visits, community engagement, and coordination with clients and stakeholders to help meet project goals and expectations within the project budget. The team you would join focuses on transportation and bridge work, helping communities improve mobility, Complete Streets, and public spaces.
At a Glance
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Discipline: Planning
Markets: Transportation; Bridge
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 10%
Work Schedule: Full-time in office
Sponsorship: Not available
What You'll Do
Conduct research on planning issues, including demographic trends, land use patterns, and environmental impacts.
Support transportation planning and mobility needs with a focus on community-based needs, active transportation, and safety.
Assist in preparing maps, reports, and planning documents using GIS software and other tools.
Assist in preparing project concept and master plans, project exhibits, and renderings.
Assist in preparing site evaluation studies and entitlement drawing submissions.
Participate in public meetings and workshops to gather community input and provide information on planning initiatives.
Conduct site visits to gather data and assess compliance with planning regulations.
Work with public officials, developers, and community members to identify private and public projects.
Assist in preparing reports and presentations to communicate planning proposals and findings to stakeholders.
Provide support to senior planners in managing planning projects and initiatives, including data collection, drafting, basic Geographic Information Systems tasks, and shadowing client meetings.
What You'll Bring
Required Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Planning, Environmental Studies, Architecture, or Arts, or equivalent required
Experience
None required
Required Skills/Abilities
Skilled in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and SketchUp
Good research skills, and good written and verbal communication skills
Good organization and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays
Preferred
Prior internship experience in the planning consulting industry preferred
About the Team
Our team helps cities, counties and transportation agencies to plan, design, analyze and maintain transportation systems, for example, improving an intersection, designing a roadway, evaluating traffic congestion, inspecting bridges or planning transit improvements.
Our team of skilled planners and engineers empowers communities by revamping neighborhoods, repurposing transportation corridors, and seamlessly integrating Complete Streets and open spaces.
Recent work includes SW 100th Avenue Stormwater Retrofit Planning & Design | Town of Cutler Bay, Florida (2020: Outstanding Achievement Award by APWA), Stormwater; Non-Motorized Traffic Monitoring Program | FDOT Transportation & Data Analytics Office (2021: Team of the Year Award by Florida Department of Transportation), Transportation ; and NE 15th Avenue Tactical Urbanism Project | City of Fort Lauderdale, Florida (2024: Safe Streets Summit People’s Choice Award by Broward MPO, Miami-Dade TPO, and Palm Beach TPA), Transportation.
Why IMEG
We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
Consultancy 101: our structured development program that builds your consulting and technical foundation from day one
An assigned mentor to guide your growth from day one
IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations
Employee ownership (ESOP): fully vested at all times , with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
PE, SE, and other license exam prep, with a clear path from EIT to PE
Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
Bring Your Career to IMEG
Apply today to start your career at IMEG and help create positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.
Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/ .
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