Intern - Planning

Salary: $15.00 Hourly Location : Clayton, NC Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 26-00899 Department: Planning Division: Planning - Administration Opening Date: 03/04/2026 Closing Date: 3/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Salary Grade SG100Recruitment Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00Work Location is Town Hall Clayton, NC (Johnston County) The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Planning Internfor the Planning Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts. The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community. Duties & Responsibilities The purpose of the Planning Internship is to gain entry level exposure to local government planning activities. The Intern will shadow each member of the Planning Department in order to develop hands-on abilities with various Planning tasks and projects. Assist the Planning staff with daily tasks Complete ride alongs with Code Enforcement Officers and Planners Research land use regulations and incorporate that knowledge within meetings/presentations Assist with the maintenance of Planning records Other duties as assigned that pertain to Planning Learning Outcomes: Understanding Town regulations and how they are communicated, implemented, and enforced Knowledge of the working relationship between Planning and other departments Ability to effectively present information to a Planning Board Ability to lead pre-application meetings Ability to think critically and understand the impact of land-use decisions Special Requirements, Education & Experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES: Candidates for this internship should be critical thinkers; possess the ability to problem solve complex situations; be student minded. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High School Graduate Education or experience in Planning preferred. NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Must be 18 years or older by the internship start date. Must possess a valid Driver License. Must be flexible with scheduling requirements. OR Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITEIf you have technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Office. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. To check the status of your application, please log on to your NEOGOV account and click "Application Status". It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting. To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at: When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager. Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town. 01 Are you currently enrolled in a degree program, or have you completed a program within the last six months? Yes No 02 What is your current level of education? 03 Do you possess a valid Driver's License? Yes No 04 Please list 2 - 3 career goals, based on your current education path. 05 What would you like to learn from an internship with the Planning Department, and how will the internship help you achieve your professional goals? 06 Are you willing to accept the position if offered at the recruiting rate of $15.00 per hour? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-10