Experience Pre-entry experience is desirable Any relevant experience is useful, eg vacation work in a planning department, work shadowing, experience of dealing with the public, administrative experience, especially in a local authority is helpful. Special entry requirements None. Age implications Entry problems may be encountered from early 40s to early 50s Age discrimination is less common in the public sector. Experience and qualifications in related professions can be valuable. Competition Newly qualified planners face keen competition for first post.
Fewer posts are available due to local government reorganisation.
This situation is likely to continue for the next few years. Tips for entry For the public sector, most vacancies are advertised. Networking and creative job hunting may be helpful in the private sector. Apply directly to institutions. Town and Regional Planning Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies sometimes handle vacancies.