Engineering Intern

City of Delaware, OH; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal Pay Plan

Job summary

The City of Delaware, OH is seeking an Engineering Intern to support the Public Works department in both office and field tasks related to daily operations, capital projects, private development, and field studies. You will assist with data collection, surveys, and maintaining engineering records while working under the Deputy City Engineer.

Ideal candidates are high school graduates or students majoring in civil engineering, possess a valid Ohio driver's license, and demonstrate honesty and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferably enrolled and attending a college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field.
• Possession of valid Ohio driver's license.
• Must be honest, dependable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Assists engineering staff with collecting field measurements and data, quantities, photographs and other tasks relating to investigation, development, design and layout of engineering capital and private development projects.
• Performs traffic surveys, vehicle counts, pavement coring, speed studies and computer data input and analysis.
• Assists in the daily organization, maintenance and upkeep of engineering records.
• Performs other related engineering and technical duties as assigned.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication

Outdoor work ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Civil engineering student

Valid Ohio driver's license

Job description

Nature of Work, Essential Functions & KSA's

Under the immediate supervision of the Deputy City Engineer, the Engineering Intern is responsible for assisting the Public Works department staff in routine office duties and field tasks related to daily operations, capital project administration, private development activities, field study and analysis, and construction issues.

Essential Functions

1. Assists engineering staff with collecting field measurements and data, quantities, photographs and other tasks relating to the investigation, development, design and layout of engineering capital and private development projects.
2. Performs traffic surveys, vehicle counts, pavement coring, speed studies and computer data input and analysis.
3. Assists in the daily organization, maintenance and upkeep of engineering records.
4. Performs other related engineering and technical duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must demonstrate strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Knowledge in computer word processing, file management, and Excel applications.
• Ability to follow complex oral or written instructions, work independently and communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, property owners and general public.
• Physical ability to work outside in inclement weather and conditions.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

1. Majority of work is performed in an office environment where the physical demands require sitting for extended periods of time; frequent use of computers and standard office equipment; may work under stress of deadlines.Some activities may be performed outdoors and under adverse weather conditions.
2. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone.
3. Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written/typed documents and text materials.
4. Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and a personal computer and to make adjustments to equipment.
5. Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to lift up to 30 pounds, to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time, to work in an office environment and conduct field work, as required.

Training, Experience, and Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Preferably enrolled and attending a college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related field.
3. Possession of valid Ohio driver's license.
4. Must be honest, dependable and trustworthy.

Supplemental Information / Special Requirements

On average, this position works 40 hours per week, when class is not in session (Monday through Friday). This position is part of the Seasonal Pay Plan. Details about the compensation and benefits for this position can be found in the agreement by clicking here.

The class specification which appears above is intended to be sufficient merely to identify the classandbeillustrativeofthekindsofdutiesthatmaybeassignedtothepositionallocatedto the class and should not be interpreted to describe all of the duties which may be required of employees holding a position assigned to this class.

The City of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), the City of Delaware will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.