NHS Property Services Ltd
Town Planning Intern
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Town Planning Intern Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planning Intern to join our team based in London, with flexible working.
Overview
This is a 2-week work experience placement, with the possibility of extension.
London Living Wage (£14.80 per hour)
About the Role
The Town Planning team provides specialist planning advice to our customers and across the wider NHS. This includes supporting planning appraisals, applications, protecting NHS property interests, monitoring development plans, and securing developer contributions for healthcare infrastructure (S106/CIL). Our team is a two-time winner of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) In-House Town Planning Team of the Year (2022 & 2024).
This internship is ideal for individuals currently studying, or planning to study, an RTPI or RICS-accredited degree in a planning-related field.
Our internship placement is ideal for those currently engaged in an RTPI accredited planning related degree and/or a RICS accredited degree or due to pursue an RTPI or RICS accredited Masters.
Responsibilities
Your role will involve the following:
- Preparing and producing planning appraisals
- Reviewing opportunities to secure developer contributions towards new health infrastructure
- Development plan monitoring and assisting in responding to emerging planning policies
- Assisting with technical advice and planning research
- Supporting senior team members when required with current projects
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Requirements
- A self-motivated, enthusiastic individual, with an interest in pursuing a career in a planning related field
- An awareness of the current planning system
- Excellent communication skills
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritise workloads
Location
Face to face in London office as required, alongside hybrid working
Academic Requirements
Currently studying an RTPI/RICS-accredited undergraduate or master's degree, or due to commence an RTPI/RICS-accredited master's degree in October, November or December 2026.
Duration and Timing
2-week work experience in our Canary Wharf, London office in 2026
About Us
We believe in hiring for attitude and training for skills. By joining NHS Property Services, you become part of a talented, dedicated team of experts who are passionate about supporting the NHS and its people in their vital work.
At NHS Property Services Ltd we celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential.
An organisation with a passion… We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, supporting colleagues to volunteer within their local communities, and being committed to creating a sustainable working environment on our pledge to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it’s important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and through our approach to being a responsible business, we make sure that every colleague is given the opportunity to make a difference.
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We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential.
For full details of the role, please see the attached role profile. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unfortunately unable to respond to every applicant.
Best of luck with your application.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Preparing and producing planning appraisals
- Reviewing opportunities to secure developer contributions towards new health infrastructure
- Development plan monitoring and assisting in responding to emerging planning policies
- Assisting with technical advice and planning research
- Supporting senior team members when required with current projects
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