What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern position at City of Shawnee, KS?
Job Details
Description
Calling all Civil Engineering Students! If you are looking for a summer internship where you will get hands-on experience, look no further. The City of Shawnee is hiring for a seasonal Engineering Intern. This position will assist the Public Works Engineering staff and the Assistant Public Works Director with a variety of duties related to civil engineering, project management and public infrastructure maintenance. This employee should be flexible and possess exceptional communication, research, analytical, organizational and computer skills. Interaction is direct with the public, contractors, vendors, consultants and other departments of the City. The hiring range for this position begins at $16 per hour for current college students, and $17.50 per hour for graduates of a Bachelor's program.
Position Responsibilities
Capital Improvement Projects. Assist in updating project schedules, updating the bid database, and processing invoices.
Field Work. Perform project inspection duties in the field. Perform minor surveying tasks in the field. Measure quantities in the field for use in project pay estimates. Assist Public Works maintenance crews and gain exposure to field maintenance activities.
AutoCAD / GIS. Perform updates on City Standard Details in CAD. Prepare maps and exhibits using GIS for reports/presentations.
Grants / Accreditation / Permitting. Assist with preparation of grants, APWA accreditation documents, and permit documents related to ROW, etc.
Support. Support other departments and perform other duties, as deemed necessary or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Work Schedule
In general, this position requires a commitment of 35 - 40 hours per week during the summer months, with some flexibility depending on the student's other commitments. Attendance at weekend and evening events is optional.
Additional Statements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The City of Shawnee reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities of job descriptions to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. The job description is not a contract or guarantee of employment.
The City of Shawnee complies with federal and state equal opportunity laws. It is the City's policy to provide an equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or familial status, or any other basis protected by state or federal law, in regard to hire, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, dismissal, discipline and other conditions of employment. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to apply or further information is needed, please contact Human Resources at (913) 742-6255.
Description
Calling all Civil Engineering Students! If you are looking for a summer internship where you will get hands-on experience, look no further. The City of Shawnee is hiring for a seasonal Engineering Intern. This position will assist the Public Works Engineering staff and the Assistant Public Works Director with a variety of duties related to civil engineering, project management and public infrastructure maintenance. This employee should be flexible and possess exceptional communication, research, analytical, organizational and computer skills. Interaction is direct with the public, contractors, vendors, consultants and other departments of the City. The hiring range for this position begins at $16 per hour for current college students, and $17.50 per hour for graduates of a Bachelor's program.
Position Responsibilities
Capital Improvement Projects. Assist in updating project schedules, updating the bid database, and processing invoices.
Field Work. Perform project inspection duties in the field. Perform minor surveying tasks in the field. Measure quantities in the field for use in project pay estimates. Assist Public Works maintenance crews and gain exposure to field maintenance activities.
AutoCAD / GIS. Perform updates on City Standard Details in CAD. Prepare maps and exhibits using GIS for reports/presentations.
Grants / Accreditation / Permitting. Assist with preparation of grants, APWA accreditation documents, and permit documents related to ROW, etc.
Support. Support other departments and perform other duties, as deemed necessary or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma required.
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field OR enrollment towards a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and some course work in a related field.
Work Schedule
In general, this position requires a commitment of 35 - 40 hours per week during the summer months, with some flexibility depending on the student's other commitments. Attendance at weekend and evening events is optional.
Additional Statements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The City of Shawnee reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities of job descriptions to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. The job description is not a contract or guarantee of employment.
The City of Shawnee complies with federal and state equal opportunity laws. It is the City's policy to provide an equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status or familial status, or any other basis protected by state or federal law, in regard to hire, training, promotion, transfer, layoff, dismissal, discipline and other conditions of employment. If reasonable accommodation is necessary to apply or further information is needed, please contact Human Resources at (913) 742-6255.
Salary : $16 - $18
