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Distinguishing Features of Work

This is advanced sub-professional work performed in the office, field or laboratory. Work is assigned based on the employee\'s level of education. Work is directed and reviewed by a Professional Engineer.

THIS IS A LIMITED FULL-TIME SUMMER INTERN POSITION(NO BENEFITS)

The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm

Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation

Examples of Work Performed

• Performs intern-level work assigned by the department.
• Conduct on-site traffic investigations of traffic sight distances and safety concerns. Investigations will lead to work directives for traffic sign installations, clearing site obstructions, pavement markings and signal modifications.
• Perform analysis of bridge inspections, initiating small projects for bridge repairs with review and approval of work to be performed by a Professional Engineer.
• AutoCAD work may include updating plan details and design of neighborhood water main replacements
• Plan, estimate, and prepare projects under the \$12 million annual Pavement Preservation program. Final project review and approval to be performed by a Professional Engineer
• Completion of work assignments may require operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Level of knowledge appropriate to the work being assigned.
• Ability to use a computer to access, interpret and record information
• Ability to lean and reach as needed to read and interpret plans and specifications from a print that may be as large as 36 by 48 inches with information printed as small as 20 characters per inch
• May require ability to research, analyze, summarize and report findings
• May require ability to work outdoors in inclement weather
• May require ability to tolerate airborne nuisances associated with open grounds, construction and windy conditions
• May require ability to cover uneven terrain, go up and down stairs, and otherwise maneuver around construction sites
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, representatives of other organizations, and/or the public
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements for the specific internship assignment
• An employee will not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training

Required Experience and Training\ \ \

• Candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or program in Engineering
• A current cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Experience should include effective communication, both orally and in writing
• Candidate must maintain a valid drivers license
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without need of a sponsorship

\ Preferred Experience and Training\ \

• Candidate currently enrolled in an undergraduate or program in Civil Engineering
• Prior experience in AutoCAD
• Preferred candidates will be a sophomore level standing in the 2024/2025 academic school year.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.