Planner Intern

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

As a Planner Intern at KCI, your role is to gain hands-on experience in planning and development projects. Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will contribute to various tasks and projects, helping ensure they meet our high standards and client expectations. This role offers a valuable opportunity for professional growth and practical application of your planning knowledge. Interns will be assigned a dedicated supervisor, attend planned activities, and submit required reports/presentations.

Key Responsibilities:

• →Adhere to all company policies and procedures, ensuring projects meet ISO compliance requirements.
• →Strive to achieve or exceed the budgeted individual utilization target, typically set at 85%.
• →Attend bi-weekly or more frequent meetings with project teams to discuss progress and address any issues.
• →Complete all assigned tasks on time, within budget, and in accordance with the project scope.
• →Operate within specified corporate or project budget parameters.
• →Assist with the preparation of preliminary site plans, including base sheets, and submit them for approval.
• →Conduct site visits to gather necessary data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs.
• →Draft accurate and visually appealing report graphics.
• →Compile and draft research summaries to support project development.
• →Draft schematic land use and landscape/wetland mitigation plans.
• →Obtain research materials from federal, state, and local agencies as required.
• →Plot the location of project sites and utilities, including property deeds from descriptions.
• →Complete other duties as required or assigned.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education and/or Skills Required:

• This is an entry level position where no previous experience is required.
• Currently enrolled in a planning or related college program.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• 3.0 GPA or higher preferred.

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Valid Driver’s License.

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.