Engineering Intern

City of Champlin; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Champlin seeks a Civil Engineering Intern for a seasonal internship with the Engineering Department. You will assist with oversight of municipal and private infrastructure projects, interpreting construction plans and specifications to guide field crews, and preparing daily inspection reports.

You will conduct field surveying using GPS, aid drafting and mapping in AutoCAD and ArcGIS, and interact regularly with the public, contractors, and City staff, requiring clear communication

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in civil engineering or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver's license.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and ArcGIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction oversight for City projects, engaging with the public and contractors.
• Assist in overseeing construction on private projects for compliance.
• Monitor right-of-way and driveway permit activities per City standards.
• Perform computer tasks for construction projects, including maps and spreadsheets.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrollment in civil engineering or related field

Valid Class D driver's license

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Engineering Intern is a seasonal position that assists the Engineering Department with the oversight of municipal and private infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include interpreting construction plans and specifications to guide field crews and assisting with project compliance. The role involves regular interaction with the public, contractors, and City staff, requiring strong communication skills. The intern will prepare daily inspection reports and project documentation accurately. Additional duties include conducting surveying tasks with GPS equipment and assisting with drafting and mapping using AutoCAD and ArcGIS software.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Assist with construction oversight for City projects, ensuring effective interaction with the public and construction contractors.
• Assist in overseeing construction on private projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Assist in monitoring right-of-way and driveway permit activities to ensure compliance with City standards and requirements.
• Perform various computer tasks related to construction projects, including creating maps, spreadsheets, and communications.
• Assist with construction stormwater site inspections.
• Aid in construction field surveying activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of construction site operations and equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS software.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, residents, developers, consultants, and City staff.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Currently enrolled in a college or technical school in civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or related field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to computer screens; working closely with others; frequent interruptions. Possible exposure to inclement weather conditions, exposure to working with moving objects/vehicles, and other hazards. The work is primarily field-based with the potential need for occasional lifting of supplies up to 50 pounds.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for:

• Standing, walking, talking, and listening for prolonged periods of time.
• Sitting, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions on a frequent basis.