Seasonal Engineering Assistant- Construction Intern

County of Anoka; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Anoka County is seeking a Seasonal Engineering Assistant - Construction Intern for Spring/Summer 2027 in the Transportation division. The role supports Project Inspectors and Construction Surveyors on construction projects and preliminary surveys, with on-site responsibilities at the highway building in Andover, MN.

The position is seasonal, non-exempt, with possible advancement for motivated individuals. Start around April/May 2027; typical hours Monday through Friday, with start date around

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 17 years of age at time of hire.
• Currently enrolled in a civil technology, construction management, or civil engineering degree program or related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Successfully pass criminal history and driver's license background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Inspector and Construction Surveyor on construction projects and preliminary surveys.
• Collect and record documentation for materials supplied for construction projects.
• Measure removal items and items installed per construction plans.
• Complete preliminary topography for future road construction projects.
• Perform various other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction plan reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in civil technology / construction management / civil engineering degree program

Tools

Digital camera

Tape measure

Hammer

Chisels

Boom truck

Electronic drafting equipment

Power and hand tools

Personal protective equipment

Job description

Job Posting End Date: November 24, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour. The starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance!

Position Description

The Anoka County Transportation division's vision to enhance and protect life by providing safe roads and eliminating traffic congestion. The highway department has an opening for a Seasonal Engineering Assistant - Construction Intern for Spring/Summer 2027, who will perform various duties. Some of the critical responsibilities of this position include assisting Project Inspector and Construction Surveyor on construction projects and preliminary surveys.

This is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position. The anticipated start date for this position is around April/May 2027. Interviews will take place as applications are received for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

Salary: $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.

• Professional development opportunities.

Work Location

This position will work at the Anoka County Highway building located at 1440 Bunker Lake Blvd NW, Andover MN 55304.

Expected work hours are Monday - Friday, work hours will vary.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

These examples are not all-inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of the primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Seasonal Engineering Assistant.

• Assist Project Inspector and Construction Surveyor on construction projects and preliminary surveys.
• Collect and record documentation for materials supplied for construction projects.
• Measure removal items and items installed per construction plans.
• Complete preliminary topography for future road construction projects.
• Perform various other duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must be at least 17 years of age at time of hire.
• Currently enrolled in a civil technology, construction management, or civil engineering degree program or related field.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Successfully pass criminal history and driver's license background check

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Read and interpret construction plans.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

Standard office environment, various county work sites both indoor and outdoor, including unfinished structures, construction sites, rough terrain, and changing weather conditions depending on assignment.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.

Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.

Ability to detect, discern, and tolerate a wide range of scents required for safety and performance of essential duties.

Cognitive abilities required include problem solving, prioritization of tasks, short- and long-term memory, interpreting and understanding written documents, and general mathematical skills.

Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.

Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, walking on sloped or uneven terrain, and handling/carrying equipment.

Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.

Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various inspection and surveying equipment depending on assignment.

Inspection and surveying equipment may include but is not limited to digital camera, tape measure, hammer, chisels, boom truck and other machinery, electronic drafting equipment, material testing equipment, power and hand tools, and personal protective equipment.

Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle.

Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, prolonged vibration from machinery, and other hazards is possible while performing essential duties.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Process

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will d