Engineering Intern Job Las Vegas area,Nevada USA,Engineering

About the Position

The City of Las Vegas is accepting resumes for STUDENT INTERN with the Transportation Engineering and Transportation Engineering Field Operations divisions of the Department of Public Works. Position includes a variety of duties and assignments in Sanitary Sewer Planning, Flood Control, and Environmental Oversight. This is an hourly position where students can work up to an average of 19 hours per week while having flexible work hours to accommodate class schedule.

THIS POSITION IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO CURRENTLY ENROLLED FULL TIME STUDENTS (SOPHOMORE - SENIOR) MAJORING IN CIVIL ENGINEERING. Students must attach an unofficial copy of their transcripts and resume to their application. Salary:
Sophomore: $18.57, Junior: $20.09, Senior: $20.89

Example of Duties

DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS:

Digitize new collection system facilities and complete attribute quality assurance updates in Geographic Information System (GIS) geodatabases.

Collect and prepare supporting documents, and stage review software for Land Development project entitlement review meetings.

Review reports, cost estimates, plans, and specifications on Capital Improvement Projects for City roadway, sewer, flood control, and parks projects.

Assist in the traffic control, placement, and retrieval of temporary flow monitors. Participate in field investigations.

Additional duties can include but is not limited to; preparing maps, drafting, filing, running various errands to other City departments or outside agencies, and assisting in other work areas as necessary.

Minimum Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university with a declared major in Engineering. Must participate in an established training program at the city. Must maintain at least a 2.5 G.P.A. at their school, Must be actively enrolled in classes full time. Must be in an undergraduate status. Hard working and career oriented. AutoCAD and/or GIS experience is a plus.

Students must attach an unofficial copy of their transcripts and resume to their application or they will be automatically disqualified.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Core Workforce

Competencies:

Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful, and positive. Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner. Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values. Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands. Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions, and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others. Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill, and ability in a technical (job) area. Selection Process:
Final candidate selection may include hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.

NOTE:

Eligible applicants will be contacted via phone or e-mail only if moving forward to the interview process. If you are not contacted, your application will remain active for a period of four (4) months.

This job classification is not eligible for benefits.