Engineering Intern, Environmental Engineer

Job Req : 924

Division: Pump Sta Eng  Support Unit 2

Salary Range: $19.47 to $22.75

Job Type:
Unclassified

Business Area:
Stormwater

Personnel Area:
Stormwater

Closing Date: 10/16/2026

The Engineering Intern will support the Associate Engineer – Civil on short-term, project-based tasks related to Stormwater engineering. The role provides hands-on experience in Stormwater systems, pump station design research, GIS mapping, hydraulic and hydrologic data organization, and air quality compliance documentation.



Key Responsibilities

• Assist staff with project-based engineering tasks as assigned.
• Research, review, and organize Stormwater as-built drawings.
• Create GIS-based maps, graphics, and exhibits.
• Support research efforts aimed at standardizing Stormwater pump station design.
• Organize and prepare data for hydraulic and hydrologic analyses related to storm drain capacity, including data organization from precipitation and flow studies.
• Assist with air quality permitting documentation and emissions tracking for pump station generators.

Learning Objectives

• Develop proficiency in creating technical exhibits, diagrams, and graphics.
• Build knowledge of pump station components through guided research and limited on-site exposure.
• Strengthen skills in researching and interpreting as-built drawings.
• Improve technical review abilities.
• Gain exposure to hydrologic and hydraulic analysis methods used in Stormwater capacity assessments.
• Understand fundamental concepts of air quality permitting and compliance as related to pump station equipment.

Minimum Education Requirement

Candidates must be pursuing a civil engineering degree or a closely related engineering discipline at any qualifying education level.

Overview

The City of San Diego consists of more than 30 operational departments. Internships are available when project-based opportunities arise amongst departments. With general supervision, an internship provides part-time employment opportunities for students enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program to gain hands-on experience related to their career interests or area of study.

Example Of Duties

Duties and responsibilities assigned to interns will vary depending on the department they are assigned; these include but are not limited to: assisting with planning events, conducting research, collecting and analyzing data, assisting with projects, preparing reports and presentations, attending internal and external stakeholders’ meetings, and field work. Work will be project-based, temporary, and not compromise the work of a bargaining unit employee.



Minimum Requirements

• 15 ½ years of age or older.
• Must be a United States citizen or have the current legal right to work in the United States.
• Requirements vary and are based on the department and specific internship role.
• Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program.

Compensation & Benefits

• Internships may be paid or unpaid, based on availability of funds. Paid internships will be compensated at an hourly rate consistent with Exhibit C of the Salary Ordinance and commensurate with an applicant’s education level.
• Not eligible to receive paid vacation leave, paid holidays, and/or any type of City-sponsored insurance.
• Will participate in the City’s Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees’ Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Will receive a free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
• Will accrue paid sick leave while employed in a paid internship (eligible for use after 90 days of employment).