Gain valuable work experience, apply your classroom knowledge to real-world situations, build your professional network and earn college credit (and maybe even a paycheck). That’s the value of an internship. The School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning encourages students to seek out and participate in internships.
Finding an internship requires preparation and commitment, so if you'd like to do an internship, plan to begin your search about two to four months before you hope to be an intern. Many students arrange internships independently by contacting organizations where they have an interest in interning. You can also get started by reviewing the list of current geography, GIS, and urban planning internships below. Also read more about finding an internship and earning credit for an internship.
If you’re not ready for an internship but you would like to gain experience and build up your resume, then consider utilizing volunteering as work experience.
Do you want to earn academic credit for an internship? Read the Internship Credit Application page for more information. Experiential learning opportunities that are shared on this website and/or in SGSUP affiliated newsletters are not automatically approved for enrollment into the SGSUP internship course due to the internship course has its own enrollment requirements and deadlines.
Are you looking for employment opportunities? Check out the SGSUP Employment Opportunities for weekly updates of full-time, part-time, seasonal, and/or temporary employment opportunities!
Out-of-State Students: Many of the opportunities posted on this page are related to Arizona. However, out-of-state students are encouraged to utilize this page as a guide for searching relatable titles and companies in their local area. Create your ASU Handshake profile to find opportunities near you!
International Students: We highly recommend integrating ASU Handshake into your internship search strategy. Internship listings will indicate if employers are open to hiring students with OPT/CPT. You can also filter Handshake listings by work authorization requirements. Additionally, we encourage you to visit ASU Career Services' International Students career page and schedule an 'OPT Support', 'CPT Support' or 'Other International Student Employment' career services appointment using this link.
| Application Link | Employer | Job Location | Apply Date | Position Type | Additional Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2026 - International Internship | The Center for Emergency Management & Homeland Security | City of Freiburg, Germany | Internship (Paid) | Email Dr. Brian Gerber ([email protected]) to receive an application form. | ||
| NCPE Internship Program | National Council for Preservation Education (NCPE) | Multiple locations throughout USA | Internship (Paid) | |||
| Parking Planning Intern | Parking Authority of Baltimore City | Baltimore, MD | Internship (Paid) | |||
| College Intern - Water Quality & Waste Management Services | SRP | Tempe, AZ | Internship | Requisition ID: 19712 | ||
| Water Conservation Assistant | AmeriCorps | Surprise, AZ | Internship (Paid) | From March 16, 2026 to July 31, 2026 | ||
| GIS Intern (City of Goodyear) | City of Goodyear | Goodyear, Arizona | Internship (Paid) | |||
| Arizona Forward Intern | Arizona Forward | Phoenix, AZ | Internship | Email resume, cover letter, and completed application to [email protected]. | ||
| Planning & Development - Summer Internship | Polk County Land Development Division | Polk County, Florida | Internship (Paid) | ±3-month internship | ||
| 2026 Summer Intern, Housing and Urban Development | ICF | Remote | Internship (Paid) | 10-week internship, $23 per hour |
For more internship opportunities with ASU affiliates and national programs, check out our Finding an Internship page.