Engineering Intern​/Co-Operative Student

EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location:

South Windsor, CT

The South Windsor Public Works Engineering Division is currently searching for a student intern from a Civil Engineering or related degree program for our office. The intent is to hire someone for the summer break who can also have availability part time during the school year. The work hours can vary from a minimum of 4 hrs/week during school semesters to as much as 37.5 hrs/week during school breaks.

Normal working hours are Mon 8:00 am to 7 pm, Tues-Thur 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Fri 8 am to 1 pm. Other hours may be arranged. Hourly pay rate is $16.00/hr to $20.00/hr, depending on experience. No benefits.

Assists the Engineering Division in daily operations and the planning and design of Town projects involving drainage improvements, road improvements, sidewalks and other facilities. May use AutoCAD and ArcGIS to help develop conceptual drainage and transportation projects. May perform engineering calculations and analysis to support preparation of design plans and cost estimates. May work with the Town’s GIS System and use a GPS unit to collect data and locate facilities in the field.

Will use Word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs. May assist in the inspection of road paving projects, drainage improvements, sidewalk repairs and construction, and other Town Projects. Will research plans, maps and permits in Engineering, Building Department and Town Clerks Files. May interact with the public in the office and outdoors.

• Currently enrolled in good standing (B or above) as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate student in an undergraduate or graduate Civil Engineering or related program at an accredited college or university.
• Prior relevant coursework, knowledge of basic engineering principles and methods, ability to read and interpret engineering plans, capacity to perform complex mathematical calculations, good organizational skills, good technical writing, good analytical and communication skills, ability to work independently and with others.
• Experience with computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and GPS applications preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to work in an office environment and outside in all weather conditions.

Salary: $16.94/hr to $20.00/hr depending upon experience.