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The Planning team, part of Build Nova Scotia''s Strategic Infrastructure & Development Division, is seeking an enthusiastic, thoughtful, and detail-oriented Planning Student to join the team for a work term during summer 2026. The successful candidate will work with BNS planning and other staff on a variety of interesting initiatives, obtaining hands-on experience at a crown corporation with the responsibility for delivering some of Nova Scotia''s highest-profile infrastructure projects. Qualifications Currently enrolled in a full-time accredited university program (graduate level preferred) in planning or closely related field, and returning to university in fall 2026 Fluency with office, graphics, GIS, and visualization software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Esri/QGIS, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite) Exceptional written, oral, and visual communication skills Strong organizational and analytical skills, combined with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Familiarity with planning principles, zoning regulations, and policy development and interpretation A driven and perpetually positive attitude Responsibilities Assisting in the development of planning and strategic land projects to support the management of Build Nova Scotia''s property portfolio Carrying out regulatory, site, and context analyses for projects Conducting research and analyses, synthesizing information, collecting and visualizing data, and developing options and planning recommendations Supporting the creation of maps, illustrations, models, and renderings for the purposes of spatial analyses, development scenario planning, and visual communications Conducting fieldwork relating to Build Nova Scotia projects and properties, and augmenting existing asset inventories with further research (e.g., zoning, inventories of amenities and open/green spaces) Additional Information Working Conditions: Location: Downtown Halifax (full-time in-office) Normal working hours are 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day Additional Information: This opportunity will start approximately May 4, 2026 with an end date of August 28, 2026 . Term start/end dates are flexible. Rate of pay for students is established based on current academic level. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online by submitting a resume, cover letter, and optional portfolio of completed work. AI-generated application materials will not be considered. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr