Civil Engineering Intern; Part-time

Civil Engineering Intern

The City of Portage is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical undergraduate candidate for an Engineering Internship within our Transportation & Utilities Department. If you are passionate about problem-solving, communication and teamwork, and have a strong sense of ethics and responsibility, then this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You'll Do:

• Assist city staff in construction supervision, site surveying, and data reporting.
• Perform asset management duties for updating the city data records for infrastructure items.
• Compile data from engineering maps, utility maps, and site mapping, as well as verify map data and assist the Geographical Information Department with map upgrades using ARC-GIS software.

What We're Looking For:

• A junior or first-year senior in a Civil or related engineering program, interested in beginning this spring, working through the summer, and into the  school year.
• Previous internship experience (desired).
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug/alcohol screen, including marijuana.
• Position will work in the office or on job sites.

Why Join Us?

• The department welcomes the opportunity to be part of the intern's senior engineering project.
• Compensation will be $18- $22/hour based on education level and related experience. No benefits.
• Flexible scheduling of hours between 7:30 AM
  -5:30 PM Monday
  -Thursday, and Friday, 8 AM
  -noon.
• 28 hours/week.
• Desired start date:
  Immediate Opening.

Here is How to Join Us:

• Apply online tagemi.gov/200/Employment or in person at Portage City Hall/Human Resources, 7900 S. Westnedge Avenue.
• Questions? Contact Human Resources at  or text .

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the city to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, height, weight, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity;
Positive action shall be taken to ensure the fulfillment of this policy.