Summer Planning Intern
Location: Lyndhurst, NJ
Type: Paid In-Person Internship (Summer 2026: June 1 – August 7)
Neglia Group is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Planning Intern to join our Planning Department in Lyndhurst, NJ. The ideal candidate is a current junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Policy, Geography, or a related discipline. This is a paid part-time, temporary position that provides direct exposure to municipal and community planning practices across New Jersey.
Neglia Group is a family-oriented company with over seven decades of experience serving municipalities, government agencies, and private clients. Since our founding, we have developed a wealth of expertise across multiple service areas, including Site / Civil Engineering, Municipal & County Government, Traffic Engineering, Water & Wastewater, Construction Management, Surveying, 3D Laser Scanning, GIS & Data Services, Planning, and Landscape Architecture.
Experience and Requirements
- Current junior or senior undergraduate or graduate student in Planning, Public Policy, Geography, or a related field.
- Strong written, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS software is a plus.
- Interest in municipal planning, redevelopment, and affordable housing policy.
- This position is not eligible for health or dental benefits.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and review of master plans, redevelopment studies and redevelopment plans.
- Conduct land use research, data collection, and policy analysis for ongoing projects.
- Summarize zoning ordinances, redevelopment studies, and planning board applications.
- Support planners by drafting reports, maps, charts, and graphics.
- Attend internal meetings and municipal hearings to observe the New Jersey planning process.
- Contribute to planning initiatives promoting conscious, sustainable, and equitable community development.
Learning Objectives
- Gain firsthand experience in New Jersey’s municipal land use process.
- Learn about affordable housing planning and fair share compliance frameworks.
- Understand the structure and function of municipal, county, and consultant planning roles.
- Strengthen skills in technical writing, research, and presentation within a consulting environment.
