Urban and Regional Planning
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Overview
Volunteers work with municipalities and communities, in addition to regional or national governments.
Depending on your specific assignment, you might:
- Assess the impact of planned activities or economic and environmental development on communities
- Plan infrastructure for primary and secondary cities
- Plan and control budgets
- Coordinate activities between governmental organizations and communities
How do I qualify?
Education
Applicants must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in
urban or regional planning or a master’s degree in public administration
or public policy with a concentration in urban planning;
OR a bachelor’s degree in architecture, urban studies,
or geography and one year of experience in urban planning;
OR a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least
five years of professional experience, three of them directly related
to urban planning.
Experience
Most applicants have at least one year of urban planning experience, not necessarily professional experience but typically involving an internship while in school. Other relevant experience includes work with community service organizations or local or state planning departments; business experience related to sales, budget development, and computers; research for project development; strategic planning; and volunteer work with community- or schoolbased organizations.
Note: Most of these positions require Spanish language.
How will this advance my career?
Through serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer, you can gain fluency in a foreign language, international experience, and cross-cultural understanding, attributes that are highly sought-after assets in today's global economy. Experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer working in business or small enterprise development is valued by numerous organizations, including the U.S. Agency for International Development, the U.S. Department of State, and many private companies and nongovernmental organizations seeking individuals with unique skills. Find out how returned Peace Corps Volunteers receive advantages in federal employment.
Also See: Volunteer Benefits
Last updated Jul 30 2010