Summer Engineering Intern

Performs a variety of engineering related work for public works construction projects and programs. 

• Supervision Received
  • Works under the general guidance and direction of the Public Works Director / City Engineer and may receive work direction from Engineering Technician I or Engineering Technician II.
• Supervision Exercised
  • None.

This position is a summer internship expected to be May-August 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on March 14, 2025.  Posting will remain opened until filled.The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Assists in preparing engineering and construction project plans and specifications, and other project development activities as assigned. 
• Inspects public works construction projects to ensure conformance with design specifications.
• Assists in the City’s MS4 Program and construction site inspections, as needed.
• Assists in surveying project sites to obtain project-related data and information and/or assists with construction survey with engineering technician guidance, as needed.
• Assists in the maintenance of engineering and infrastructure records, and in the preparation of as-built plans for infrastructure improvements as assigned.

 Peripheral Duties

• Provides assistance to other Public Works divisions as assigned.

• Education and Experience
  • Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent; and 
  • Must be a student currently enrolled in a four (4) year Civil Engineering program, two (2) year Civil Engineering Technology program, or closely related field.
• Necessary Knowledge Skills & Abilities
  • General knowledge of engineering, public works and/or construction principles, practices and methods.
  • Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment as assigned.
  • Ability to prepare, organize and maintain engineering field data; ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with contractors, property owners, employees, the general public; ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, City personnel and the general public.
• Special Requirements
  • Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
  • Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites.

• Tools & Equipment Used
  • Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and computer-aided-design software; standard drafting tools; surveying equipment including level, theodolite and electronic distance measuring device; pipe locator; engineering calculator; motor vehicle; phone; mobile radio.
• Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
  • Work is performed in both office and field settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. 
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Work Environment
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in the office setting, and moderate to loud in the field setting.
• Application Guidelines
  • Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job-related tests may be required.
  • The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Salary : $19 - $25