Intern - Civil Engineering

JEA; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

JEA invites Civil Engineering students to participate in a paid 2027 Summer Internship Program in Jacksonville, FL. The role offers exposure to water distribution, water reclamation, and power systems while developing leadership and professional skills.

Ideal candidates are rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors pursuing a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering with a 3.0+ GPA and availability for a 32-hour work week over 13 weeks between May and August in Jacksonville, Florida.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (GPA 3.0+).
• Internship requires a 32-hour work week for 13 weeks between May and August.
• Location: Jacksonville, FL.

Responsibilities

• Gain real-world, on-the-job experience in water distribution, water reclamation, power generation and distribution.
• Visit water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, lift stations and pump stations; observe construction activities.
• Shadow inspectors or experienced engineers during contractor meetings and field checks.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Intern - Civil Engineering (13726)

Job Description

Intern - Civil Engineering - ( 13726 )

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by visiting the following link (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545). All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

JEA is seeking Civil Engineer students for our paid 2027 Summer Internship Program. Students selected to participate in our Internship Program will have an opportunity to gain real world, on-the-job experience, and network with business professionals to develop valuable leadership, professional etiquette and presentation skills.

As a Civil Engineering Intern with JEA, you will have an opportunity to leverage your skills in water distribution, water reclamation, power generation and distribution industry. You will take on meaningful work being exposed to projects in specialty areas. The internship will include visits to water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, lift stations and pump stations. Observing construction activities for utility projects (pipelines, tanks, site improvements). Shadowing inspectors or experienced engineers during contractor meetings and field checks.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering:
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (copy of most recent transcript required)
• Available to work a 32-hour work week for 13 weeks between May and August (Jacksonville, FL)

The starting salary for professional positions will be determined based on education, licenses, certifications, skills, experience, and alignment with salaries for similar roles within the organization. The starting hourly rate for positions with a pay step plan will be Step 1 of the corresponding union contract.

Work Locations

225 N Pearl Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Benefits Summary

• Paid Time Off: 13 paid holidays plus an exceptional annual leave benefit to be used for vacation, personal and sick time.
• Medical: Three comprehensive medical plans offered as options for you and your dependents–including one plan with 100% paid coverage for the employee.
• Other Benefits: Exceptional benefits package beginning from first day of employment.
• Health accounts – employer sponsored HSA and HRA
• Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability and more.
• Retirement: JEA provides a great benefits and retirement package for its employees. Employees may begin participation in the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on day one of employment. Employees have the flexibility to choose from a variety of investment options to help them achieve their retirement goals.
• To encourage our employees to develop and maintain good health, JEA offers access to the Healthy Lifestyles Wellness program as well as 11 onsite fitness centers. From annual flu shots and biometric screenings to health risk assessments and periodic access to an on-site mobile mammography unit, the program offers something for everyone.

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