Most of them worked for local governments. Some planners work in companies. Others work for State agencies. A small number of planners work for the Federal Government. Employers want workers who have a lot of training.
Most employers seek persons who have a master's degree in city planning or urban design.
Sometimes employers will hire persons who have worked as a planner for a long time, but do not have a master's degree. A bachelor's degree in planning and a master's degree in a related field are good to have when persons look for their first job. Persons who are interested in becoming a city planner also should learn how to use a computer. Local government planning offices often hire college students to work during the summer. Students can learn a lot before they get their first job after they graduate.