Job Details

Applied Civil Engineering Intern

• $16.00 - $20.00/ Hour
• The internship program will run May through September for 8 – 12 weeks. Program duration and start date is dependent on intern availability.
• Typical work hours for the duration of employment would be Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM.
• This temporary position allows for a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. It does not include any benefits.

Duties:

• Assists in preliminary and construction surveying, using equipment such as Total Station and GPS.
• Creates or modifies engineering plan sets in CAD.
• Based on experience level, may create or modify 3D models.
• Intern will assist engineering team with the collection of various data including roadway traffic counts, speed studies, and PASER collection.
• Participates in field inspection of construction projects.
• Supports field oversight throughout the construction phase including sampling of materials, documentation of contractor performance, and verification of traffic control within the work zone.
• Maintains effective and professional communication with the engineering team, Road Department personnel, third-party contractors, and the public.
• As part of the Road Department team, interns will support the department mission to maintain a county road system that is safe and convenient for public travel.
• This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

Education and Experience:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related construction field.
• AutoCAD experience is required.
• Additional related course work or applied work in road transportation engineering or construction is desired.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Safety toed boots and long pants required for all field work.
• Must have the ability to learn work zone safety requirements and MDOT specifications and standards.