Meet Ethan C.

Student Planner

Development Service, City of Edmonton

Summer 2022 (8 month term)

"One of the most important things I've learned during my placement with the City of Edmonton’s Planning Coordination team is not to be afraid to ask questions. There is so much to learn and it is okay not to know the answers to all the questions! The purpose of a work term is to learn and gain experience. Employers understand that you are a student, and they are always happy to provide the support and mentorship you need. This internship allowed me to observe how planning and municipal politics interact, and the important work planners undertake to build a vibrant and dynamic Edmonton.   

This work term exposed me to a wide range of different planning disciplines that are aimed at facilitating sustainable developments in a city that is soon expected to add an additional million residents. I hope this work term will provide me with a different perspective for when l return to school to complete my degree. Additionally, l hope this placement will better prepare me to join a profession that builds and shapes communities which touch people’s lives every day."

Ethan is in his fourth year of a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Planning and a minor in Political Science. He is also completing a certificate in Globalization and Governance and in Sustainability. In his spare time, Ethan enjoys spending time with his friends and family and exploring Edmonton.