Civil Engineer Technician Intern - II

Benton County, MN; Foley (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Benton County Public Works/Highway Department invites students pursuing civil engineering or land surveying to apply for the 2027 Civil Engineering Technician Intern II Summer Internship. This hands-on program provides exposure to highway construction projects, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection.

Under mentorship from Civil Engineering Technicians, interns apply classroom knowledge, develop technical skills, and gain real-world experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age on or before the internship start date.
• Must have completed at least one year of postsecondary education in civil engineering or land surveying.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, developing, and implementing highway design and construction projects.
• Assist with staking, surveying, drafting, and design work to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Assist with inspecting and documenting construction activities, quantities, and material quality.
• Assist with performing compliance tests for soils, aggregates, bituminous, concrete, and other construction materials.
• Assist with monitoring and inspecting project progress and construction methods to ensure specifications are met, and applicable local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and laws are followed.
• Assist Benton County Public Works/Highway maintenance staff with entry‑level tasks, which may include mowing, trimming weeds, shoveling, raking, patching potholes, and washing equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Education

Postsecondary education in civil engineering or land surveying

Job description

CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN INTERN II

*** SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY – BUILD YOUR ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE! ***

Recruitment for this position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis, with interviews anticipated to begin after the first of the year.

Benton County Public Works/Highway Department is now accepting applications for its 2027 Civil Engineering Technician Intern II Summer Internship!

Join the Benton County Public Works/Highway Department for an exciting, hands‑on summer internship designed for students pursuing a degree in civil engineering or land surveying who have completed at least one year of postsecondary education in their field! This is a great opportunity to build on your existing knowledge and skills while gaining practical, on‑the‑job experience with highway construction projects, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection. Through mentorship and guidance from Benton County Civil Engineering Technicians and other Public Works/Highway staff, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in the classroom, strengthen your technical skills, and gain valuable experience working on real‑world engineering and public works projects.

Applicants who will be at least 18 years of age by the anticipated internship start date of June 1, 2027, are encouraged to apply! Applicants must have completed at least one year of postsecondary education in a civil engineering or land surveying program, be currently enrolled in or accepted to continue in a degree program in one of these fields, and be in good academic standing at an accredited postsecondary institution. Prior civil engineering or land surveying work experience is not required! We welcome applicants who are eager to build on their existing knowledge, develop their technical skills, and gain practical experience supporting Benton County’s highway construction and engineering projects.

Position Summary

Provide engineering assistance and support to the Public Works/Highway Department in the areas of construction plans and specifications, project design, surveying, material testing, and construction inspection. This internship is intended for students who have completed at least one year of postsecondary education in a civil engineering or land surveying program and are looking to apply their foundational knowledge while continuing to develop their technical skills and gain practical, hands‑on experience. The position provides a structured mentorship and learning opportunity while supporting Benton County Engineering Technicians and other Public Works/Highway staff.

Hours of Work

Interns typically work Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The schedule may vary based on workload, weather conditions, and project demands, and the internship start and end dates may be flexible to accommodate the intern’s summer break and academic schedule.

Please Include the Following Documents with Your Application

• A copy of your postsecondary transcript showing completion of at least one year of education in a civil engineering or land surveying program.
• Documentation confirming that you are currently enrolled in or accepted to continue in a degree program in civil engineering or land surveying, if this is not clear from your transcript.
• Documentation confirming that you are in good academic standing at an accredited postsecondary institution, if this is not clear from your transcript or other submitted documentation.

Applications missing the required documentation may not be considered. Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded with your application.

Duties and Responsibilities

• A. Assist Benton County Engineering Technicians with the following functions:
  • A. 1. Assist with planning, developing, and implementing highway design and construction projects.
  • A. 2. Assist with staking, surveying, drafting, and design work to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
  • A. 3. Assist with inspecting and documenting construction activities, quantities, and material quality.
  • A. 4. Assist with performing compliance tests for soils, aggregates, bituminous, concrete, and other construction materials.
  • A. 5. Assist with monitoring and inspecting project progress and construction methods to ensure specifications are met, and applicable local, state, and federal guidelines, standards, and laws are followed.
• Additional Functions
  • A. Assist Benton County Public Works/Highway maintenance staff with entry‑level tasks, which may include, but are not limited to, mowing, trimming weeds, shoveling, raking, patching potholes, and washing equipment.
  • B. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• A. Must be at least 18 years of age on or before the internship start date; and
• B. Must have completed at least one year of post