Water Resources Engineering Intern

Work is full­time during the summer and part time during school. Normal hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with some flexible scheduling available.  Overtime work hours may extend to 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Part-time work hours are approximately 10 hours per week during fall and spring semesters, full­time during winter break.  Returning for subsequent summers may be an option.  

The water resources engineering intern will assist in the coordination of stormwater and sanitary sewer capital improvement projects and help with operational maintenance activities under the direct supervision of the Civil Engineer III (Water Resources); work involves identifying potential illegal discharges into the city’s stormwater sewer system and monitoring storm water quality; identifying illegal discharges into the city’s sewer sanitary system; monitors performance of sanitary sewer flow meters; monitors, troubleshoots, and coordinates updates to the sanitary and stormwater SCADA control system; works in all aspects of sanitary and stormwater infrastructure projects including project design, construction administration, construction observation, and construction inspection; processes all types of inspection data, drafts technical reports; reviews construction site stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP); coordinates with state and federal agencies; communicates with and educates property owners on SWPPP requirements. Work is reviewed by a supervisor through conferences and results achieved. A portion of the work also requires regular communication between the various construction contractors and utility stakeholder coordination and perform other duties as assigned. Project assignments vary in size and scope and include working on projects that are in either the planning, design, or construction phase. Work is reviewed by a supervisor through conferences and results achieved. 

The ideal candidate possesses the ability to follow a management style that is input oriented and values equity, problem solving and the development of partnerships; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.

• Prepare requests for proposals, construction bid documents, and contracts.
• Coordinate the consultant selection process, work with design consultants, and contractors.
• Project design assistance and quantity estimation.
• Review construction bid documents and contracts.
• Assist in project implementation; in solving projects management issues; in design and construction coordination; and with non-infrastructure project-related assignments.
• Create project specifications and technical reports.
• Use GIS for engineering investigations.
• Utilize electronic filing for project documentation.
• Inspect construction sites to determine if they meet specifications or standards.
• Recommend technical design or process changes to improve quality of capital projects.
• Incorporate green features into the designs.
• Develop technical methods or processes.
• Investigate the environmental impact of projects.
• Coordinate regulatory compliance activities.
• Evaluate technical data to determine effect on designs or plans.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Engineering and Design - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
• Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Complex Problem Solving - Figuring out the best way to solve a problem.
• Systems Analysis - Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.
• Systems Evaluation - Measuring how well a system is working and how to improve it.
• Active Learning - Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.
• Teamwork - Positive, uplifting attitude that helps to cultivate a strong collaborative environment and the ability to place the success of the whole above the needs of oneself.
• Communication - Ability to effectively communicate information to support organizational objectives, both verbally and in writing, and interact with all levels of city staff and outside stakeholders in a positive and cooperative manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• College student enrolled in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage consistent with the City’s requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Sophomore or higher-level college student enrolled in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience working in the civil engineering or construction industry.

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

Interested students are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and employment application.

Salary : $19 - $21