Exciting Summer Internship Opportunity!

The Highlands Ranch Metro District and Highlands Ranch Water are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support our Public Works and Engineering Department. This role offers hands-on experience with special projects, data entry, compilation, and analysis, contributing directly to ongoing contracts and initiatives that impact our community.

We strongly encourage college-level students enrolled in a civil engineering program or related field to apply. Our organization employs professionals across diverse fields, including public works, engineering, parks, forestry, water, wastewater, finance, and recreation. This internship provides a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience, develop new skills, and enhance your resume while working on meaningful projects that benefit Highlands Ranch.

As the local government serving Highlands Ranch, we take pride in delivering high-quality municipal services while managing resources responsibly. 

Our work includes:
✔ Landscaping and fence maintenance along major roads
✔ Traffic signal and streetlight installations
✔ Park and trail construction and upkeep
✔ Natural open space management
✔ Water and wastewater treatment facility operations
…and much more!

Join us and make a real impact while building a strong foundation for your engineering career! 🚀

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing support and assistance to the Public Works and Engineering Department in general.
• Special projects, data entry, data compilation, and analysis for ongoing contract work or projects may be assigned.
• Conduct public presentations related to stormwater quality issues. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. 
• Candidates that are enrolled in a civil engineering trade or program at a college level are preferred. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of computer programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and the ability to learn and use other computer software and tools including AutoCAD.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data using fundamental math and basic engineering computations.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Knowledge of computers, electronic data processing; as well as spreadsheet, database and engineering software applications are necessary. 
• Must work effectively with staff members, individual customers, other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to manage priorities, multiple concurrent assignments, and organize and coordinate tasks.
• Represent the District in a professional manner and maintain positive working relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to present to large and small groups. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position is under the supervision of the Public Works and Engineering Project Manager.  

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Computers including Office 365, spreadsheet applications, graphics, and database software, hand tools, calculator, MFP Copier, cell phone, automobile or truck, metal detector, GNSS receiver, survey equipment, etc. 

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK SCHEDULE

Generally, works between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work schedules can vary depending on weather conditions, projects, events, programs, meetings, and staffing levels, and may include evening and weekend hours. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

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 regularly works in an office and in outside weather conditions including inclement weather. The employee regularly works on or in the premises of the District’s customers. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock and contact with water from irrigation, plumbing fixtures, and other sources.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application or resume, rating of education and experience, interview, reference check, and job-related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific states of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the District and requirements of the job change.

Pre-employment screening includes a background check and motor vehicle record check.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

We are accepting applications for at least two weeks or until the position is filled.

Submit applications at highlandsranch.org/apply or if viewing this posting from our career center, click "Apply" below.