Intern - Seasonal

Salt Lake City Corporation; United States; Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Résumé du poste

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a seasonally employed Intern – Surveying Engineering for the Salt Lake City Engineering team. The role involves fieldwork using GPS and robotic tools, and office tasks with AutoCAD and ArcGIS, supporting various city infrastructure projects across streets, buildings, bikeways, and sidewalks.

The position is seasonal, non-benefited, up to 6 months, with an hourly wage of $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must have good organizational and analytical skills.
• Must have good computer skills.

Responsabilités

• Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources, and appropriateness for use.
• Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines methodologies and data-collection tools.
• Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research or analysis.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

Connaissances

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Formation

Enrollment in accredited college/university

Outils

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Description du poste

Position Title: Intern – Seasonal

Hourly Range: $20.00 per hour

Department: Community and Neighborhoods

Work Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Application Deadline: Open until filled: We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Job Description

We are looking for a seasonal intern to support our Salt Lake City Engineering team.

About the Position

As a Surveying Engineering Intern, you will support a variety of projects aimed at improving Salt Lake City's public infrastructure, including streets, office buildings, bikeways, sidewalks, parks, and other assets within the public right-of-way. This position includes fieldwork involving the application of modern surveying techniques using GPS and robotic instruments, as well as data collection and documentation. You’ll also assist with office tasks involving mapping, analysis, and design using AutoCAD and ArcGIS. This is a seasonal, non-benefited position, not to exceed 6 months of employment.

About the Team

The Community and Neighborhoods Engineering Division administers the design and procurement of construction projects funded by the City’s Capital Improvement Program and the Funding Our Future bond. Applicants for roles within the Engineering Division can expect to support projects that improve streets within the public right-of-way, office buildings, bikeways, and sidewalks – all important areas of the City’s growing infrastructure that everyone uses.

Key Responsibilities

• Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources, and appropriateness for use.
• Designs, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, etc.
• Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.
• Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Other tasks as assigned.
• Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if student is in good standing with the educational institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must have good organizational and analytical skills.
• Must have good computer skills.

Working Conditions

Moderate physical effort, comfortable working conditions, and handling of light weights. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking may be required. Subject to extended exposure to computer visual display terminals. Potential exposure to stress as a result of human behavior. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with City policy and applicable law. Criminal offenses will be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis and do not automatically disqualify a candidate from City employment. Use of a City vehicle may be required for this position and a motor vehicle check may be requested.

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time:

Scheduled Hours

20

City Introduction

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
• Medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Perks
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more
• 12 vacation days to start
• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness site.

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Inclusion and Diversity

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

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