in partnership with the Long Beach Community Design Center and Civic Confidence LLC, the Program offers an eight-month course consisting of hands-on projects, workshops and mentorship opportunities with professionals in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Interns will be placed at worksites such as the City’s Community Development Department, local nonprofits and private firms. Participants will be compensated $22 per hour for a maximumof 500 hours. 

The Program is open to students ages 18 to 30 who are currently enrolled in community college or university program in urban planning, architecture or related fields. Priority will be given to Long Beach residents and students in low-income or underserved communities. Additional information regarding eligibility and requirements is available on the Program webpage. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online through Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. 

For additional information about the Program, the public may contact Eli Romero, Workforce Development Officer, at 562.570.3762 or Eli.Romero@longbeach.gov.To learn more about youth employment services, those interested may visit the Department’s website at longbeach.gov/youthservices.