Planning Internship - Summer 2026

Indianapolis, IN (On-site)

Location: Indianapolis, IN. Opportunities to travel throughout the Midwest or other parts of the U.S. may be available. If travel is necessary, Walker will provide travel accommodations. About this Opportunity Walker Consultants is seeking a part-time to full-time Planning Intern to work on parking policy studies, supply/demand analyses, parking system research, alternative transportation studies, data collection and analysis, and other related tasks. Hours may vary depending on individual needs and schedules. Key Responsibilities · Assist a team of planners in Walker’s Indianapolis office on a variety of parking and mobility planning, operations, and curb management projects. · Conduct research and analyze data in specific or general parking, mobility, and curb management areas using a variety of methods. · Identify common problems, issues, and opportunities based on observation, research, and data analysis. · Develop strategies, actions, and projects to address identified issues consistent with community goals, best practices/standards, and applicable regulations. · Develop recommendations and implementation strategies. · Prepare information (i.e., project fact sheets, maps, display boards, slides, online platforms, etc.) to explain projects in simple terms to and gather input from stakeholders and the public. · Work with and communicate effectively with a broad range of team members, clients, review agencies, and others as appropriate for a range of project types. · Participate in a range of challenging parking, mobility, and curb management projects. · Assist with coordinating projects among team members, clients, and external consultants. · Conduct field visits to client sites, collect data, make observations, help facilitate meetings, and present findings. · Up to 10% travel - overnight and air travel to client sites. Qualifications · Actively pursuing a degree in urban or transportation planning or policy, transportation engineering, or a related field. - Demonstrated excellent written communication, verbal communication, creativity, storytelling, organization, and critical thinking skills. · Ability to analyze large data sets, provide technical analysis, extract key findings, and takeaways. · Ability to organize and execute a variety of tasks across multiple projects and deadlines. · Creativity and the ability and attitude to take the initiative with assigned tasks. · Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. · Graphic design and public engagement experience is a plus. \n \n Why Walker Consultants? Join Walker and be a driving force in revolutionizing access and connectivity through impactful transportation solutions. Your efforts will shape how individuals and communities traverse and engage from inception to realization. Beyond transportation, Walker's influence extends to crafting dynamic communities; as a curb management specialist, you'll be instrumental in fashioning inclusive, secure, and vibrant communal domains that enhance lives. Our commitment to optimizing client assets means your input converts to tangible value, showcasing your ideas and strategies to elevate client triumph. Engage with cutting-edge trends and technologies, embedding them in practical situations to surmount intricate quandaries. Upholding equity and inclusivity, Walker harmonizes public and private aspirations, constructing impartial solutions that enhance access, service, and sustainable revenue streams for diverse users. Join Us! We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team. At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.