Student Intern Program, Summer 2027 — Capital & Planning Division
About this role
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department is hiring student interns for its Capital and Planning Division, starting in Summer 2027. Interns will support open-space planning and project management work, helping to plan and deliver the parks, playgrounds, and public spaces the city relies on. The program runs from Summer 2027 to Summer 2028 or longer as a part-time internship, and it pays $37.95 an hour. Applications opened on November 6, 2026, and close on January 15, 2027, though the city may close the recruitment early if it fills.
This listing sits in our Internships section and was posted on November 09, 2026. The role is based on site in San Francisco, CA, so it suits candidates within commuting distance. The advertised pay for the position is $78,936 – $78,936/yr, as published by the employer. On this page you will find the responsibilities, the requirements the employer is screening for, the benefits on offer, and a step-by-step route to submit your application.
Job snapshot
| Employer | City and County of San Francisco, Recreation & Park Department |
|---|---|
| Job title | Student Intern Program, Summer 2027 — Capital & Planning Division |
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job type | Internship |
| Category | Internships |
| Salary | $78,936 – $78,936/yr |
| Posted | November 09, 2026 |
| Listing source | City and County of San Francisco careers (SmartRecruiters) |
What you will do day to day
Based on the employer's posting, a typical week in this position at City and County of San Francisco, Recreation & Park Department would centre on the following duties:
- Support open-space planning and project management work in the Capital and Planning Division
- Help prepare plans, reports, and project documents for park improvements
- Assist with research and coordination across city departments
- Take part in site visits and field work around San Francisco’s parks
- Present findings and recommendations to division staff
What you will need
- Enrolled in an accredited university or community college in planning, landscape architecture, engineering, or a related field
- Returning to an undergraduate program or entering or continuing a graduate program in Fall 2027
- Graduate students with at least one year of schoolwork left are preferred
- Strong written communication and an interest in public open space
- Able to work part-time in San Francisco from Summer 2027
This opportunity suits a current student or recent graduate who wants supervised, hands-on experience and a reference point for their first full application.
Pay and benefits
The advertised salary range for this position is $78,936 – $78,936/yr, as published by City and County of San Francisco, Recreation & Park Department. Final offers in US hiring typically depend on experience, qualifications, and location, and the official listing remains the authoritative source for pay details. Alongside pay, weigh the benefits below — health cover, paid leave, and retirement contributions can add significant value on top of the base figure.
Benefits listed by the employer
- $37.95 per hour
- A year-long or longer part-time internship with a major city department
- Hands-on experience in park planning and capital project management
- Eligible to keep working part-time for six months after graduation
- Professional connections across San Francisco city government
How to apply
- Read the requirements above carefully and check you meet the essentials — US employers screen against them closely.
- Update your résumé so the skills named in this listing are easy to find, using the same wording where it honestly matches your experience.
- Click the Apply button on this page. It takes you to the source listing (City and County of San Francisco careers (SmartRecruiters)), where the original posting is linked — always confirm the role, pay and deadline there before applying.
- Complete every field of the application on the source listing and double-check your contact details before submitting.
- Keep a note of the posting date and job title so you can follow up politely if you have not heard back within two weeks.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Apply months ahead for summer programs — many close in the preceding autumn.
- Tailor your résumé to the posting and include relevant coursework and projects.
- Ask about conversion to a full-time role — good programs hire from their intern pool.
- Prepare two or three questions about the team to ask at interview.
Frequently asked questions
When does the internship start?
The Planning internship starts in Summer 2027. The Project Management internship may start in Fall 2027 instead, and is subject to budget approval.
When is the application deadline?
Applications opened November 6, 2026, and close January 15, 2027, but the city encourages applying early because the recruitment may close sooner.
How do I apply for the Student Intern Program, Summer 2027 — Capital & Planning Division position?
Use the Apply button on this page — it opens the source listing on City and County of San Francisco careers (SmartRecruiters). US Jobs Hub never charges job seekers and does not collect applications itself.
What is the salary for this Student Intern Program, Summer 2027 — Capital & Planning Division role?
The advertised range is $78,936 – $78,936/yr, as published by the employer. The final offer depends on experience, qualifications, and location, so confirm the current figure on the official listing before you apply.
Where is this job located?
This position is listed for San Francisco, CA and is a On-site role. Confirm the exact workplace address on the official listing.
Need help applying? Read our guide: Entry-Level Job Search Guide: Landing Your First Job — written for internships applicants in the USA.
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