Public Works Partners is a planning and consulting firm in NYC guided by its mission to serve public sector and nonprofit clients. We organize our work into two areas – Organizational Health and Community Health – and work with civic leaders including government agencies, nonprofits, real estate developers, urban planners, architects, and engineering firms.
We are committed to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we work. We offer competitive salaries with a comprehensive benefit package. Work in an exciting culture with an innovative team at a mission-driven organization. Our most successful candidates will:
- Thrive when given the space to bring a nimble, creative approach to solving the thorniest problems;
- Enthusiastically tackle tasks big and small; and
- Inevitably wind up talking about public policy at parties.
Project Coordinator, Graduate Student Intern - Organizational Health Practice
Public Works Partners is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator/Graduate Intern to support high profile client engagements in our Organizational Health practice in New York and cities throughout the U.S. We’re looking for someone based in New York City who brings a mix of sharp analytical and keen interpersonal skills, who is confident in data analysis, an excellent communicator, and who is excited to learn more about organizational management and consulting. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adept at working in teams and independently.
The Project Coordinator/Graduate Intern will work on specific projects with varying timeframes. The internship is expected to begin in the summer of 2026 with the potential for full-time hours, followed by part-time work during the fall semester, if agreed upon.
Tasks
- Conduct primary and secondary research including conducting field research (interviews and surveys)
- Document interviews and focus group discussions with staff at all levels of an organization or community members
- Conduct desktop research including web-based searches and archival deep-dives
- Prepare materials for client projects, including presentations, agendas, maps, graphics, and written analyses
- Plan, schedule, and implement logistics for meetings and small to medium scale events
- Perform collection, cleaning, and analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
- Work on other special projects, opportunities, and tasks that arise and fit with the project coordinator’s interests and skills
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
- Candidate should be enrolled in a graduate program.
- Demonstrated experience or stated interest in nonprofit management, local and state government policy, economic development, workforce development, organizational development, business administration, or other related fields
- Preference for candidates with fluency in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin to support community engagement.
- Experience working with populations that reflect the diversity of New York City and State, and engaging with communities and stakeholders on a range of sensitive issues.
- Successful communication skills: clear, compelling writing; visual display of information through infographics and visual storytelling; translation of complex information into simple, clear, easily understandable work products; and strong verbal and interpersonal communications skills
- Experience conducting online research and presenting synthesis of findings
- Experience building surveys and conducting analysis through SurveyMonkey, Google Forms, and similar tools
- Knowledge of data visualization and dashboard design to support data analysis and presentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Google Workspace
- Experience with Adobe InDesign, Canva, Miro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other design software a plus
- Ability to multi-task while meeting multiple deadlines
This position is based at Public Works Partners’ office in New York City; the team has a hybrid work schedule. Travel to neighborhood events in New York City may be required. Salary: $22/hour.
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@publicworkspartners.com, and indicate that you are applying for the Organizational Health Project Coordinator position in the subject line.
Project Coordinator, Graduate Student Intern - Community Health Practice (NYC-based)
Public Works Partners is seeking a design-forward Project Coordinator to support high-profile urban planning and community design projects in New York City and other U.S. cities. This role is ideal for a graduate student in architecture, urban design, or landscape architecture in the greater New York City area who is interested in applying design skills beyond the studio—working directly with communities, public agencies, and interdisciplinary teams.
The ideal candidate is visually fluent, spatially curious, and motivated by the question: How can design support more just, healthy, and inclusive cities?
The internship is expected to begin in Summer 2026, with the potential for near full-time hours during the summer and part-time work during the academic year.
What You Will Work On
- Support planning and urban design projects through the preparation of diagrams, site plans, maps, and conceptual renderings.
- Translate community input, policy goals, and research into clear spatial ideas and visual narratives.
- Produce graphics and presentation materials for public meetings, workshops, and client deliverables.
- Assist with field research, site observations, interviews, and community engagement activities.
- Conduct precedent research and case study analysis related to urban design, public space, housing, mobility, and environmental justice.
- Collaborate with planners, architects, and engineers on interdisciplinary teams.
- Support meetings, design workshops, and public-facing events.
- Other special projects, opportunities, and tasks that arise and fit with the project coordinator’s interests and skills.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- Candidates should be enrolled in a graduate program in Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field.
- Preference for candidates with fluency in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin to support community engagement.
- Strong interest in the public realm, civic design, community-centered planning, and how design intersects with policy, equity, climate resilience, and implementation.
- Comfortable producing conceptual drawings, diagrams, maps, and layouts to communicate ideas.
- Basic familiarity with data visualization or diagramming for non-design audiences.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), Rhino, SketchUp, AutoCAD, or Revit, ArcGIS or other mapping tools, Canva, Miro, or similar collaborative design platforms.
- Experience building surveys and conducting analysis through SurveyMonkey, Google Forms, and similar tools.
- Successful communication: clear, compelling writing, strong verbal and interpersonal communications skills.
- Ability to multi-task while meeting multiple deadlines.
- Able to work independently while also contributing to collaborative team environments.
This position is based at Public Works Partners’ office in New York City; the team has a hybrid work schedule. Travel to neighborhood events in New York City may be required. Salary: $22/hour.
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@publicworkspartners.com, and indicate that you are applying for the NYC- based Community Health Project Coordinator position in the subject line.
Project Coordinator, Graduate Student Intern - Community Health Practice (Los Angeles County-based)
Public Works Partners is seeking a Los Angeles based Project Coordinator / Graduate Intern to support high-profile urban planning and community design projects throughout the County and other U.S. cities. This role is well-suited for an LA County-based individual who is organized, relationship-oriented, and deeply interested in place-based work, community engagement, and equitable planning. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing research, coordination, and on-the-ground engagement; enjoys translating complex ideas into clear materials; and is energized by working closely with communities, public agencies, and interdisciplinary consultant teams.
The internship is expected to begin in Summer 2026, with the potential for near full-time hours during the summer and part-time work during the academic year.
What You Will Work On
- Support planning, engagement, and implementation projects focused on housing, land use, mobility, climate resilience, environmental justice, and community health.
- Support collaboration with partner firms (architects, planners, engineers, artists, and nonprofits.
- Support the expansion of Public Works Partners’ Southern California presence by assisting with business development efforts throughout LA County, including researching prospective clients and opportunities, tracking RFPs, supporting proposal development, and participating in relationship-building activities.
- Prepare client-facing materials such as presentations, agendas, summaries, maps, graphics, and written analyses.
- Support community engagement activities, including public meetings, workshops, listening sessions, and pop-up events.
- Coordinate logistics for meetings and events, including scheduling, materials preparation, and on-site support.
- Collect, clean, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data.
- Participate in regular virtual team meetings and periodic in-person team convenings.
- Preference for candidates with fluency in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin to support community engagement.
- Other special projects, opportunities, and tasks that arise and fit with the project coordinator’s interests and skills.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- Relevant experience in urban planning, community engagement, public policy, real estate, architecture, environmental justice, or a related field (or a strong combination of education and experience).
- Demonstrated interest in Southern California communities, particularly LA County–area neighborhoods.
- Comfort working in a hybrid/remote environment with regular in-person responsibilities.
- Willingness to attend evening or weekend community meetings as needed.
- Experience supporting meetings, workshops, or community events.
- Experience with mapping, design, or visualization tools (e.g., ArcGIS, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Experience building surveys and conducting analysis through SurveyMonkey, Google Forms, and similar tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accessible materials for diverse audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Able to work independently while also contributing to collaborative team environments.
This position is based at Public Works Partners’ office in Pasadena. While the role is primarily remote, the Project Coordinator is expected to attend regular in-person meetings, site visits, and community events Salary: $22/hour.
To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@publicworkspartners.com, and indicate that you are applying for the LA County-based Community Health Project Coordinator position in the subject line.
