Intern - Engineering; Field Operation Division

Position: Intern - Engineering (Field Operation Division)
Description

ABOUT OUR CITY

The City of Sunrise is more than a workplace - it's a community built on our Three Pillars:
Customer Service, Collaboration, and Transparency. We're committed to creating an environment where innovation thrives, teamwork is celebrated, and every employee has the opportunity to grow and make a lasting impact.

As a full-service municipality and one of South Florida's premier cities, Sunrise offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a strong culture of recognition. Whether you're helping residents, shaping policy, or improving city operations, you'll be part of a team that's passionate about service excellence and community pride.

We take pride in being home to the back-to-back NHL Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers, a vibrant arts and entertainment district, and a diverse community that truly embodies what it means toLive, Work, and Play in Sunrise.

Effective January 2026, the City is has launched an Alternative Work Schedule designed to further support employee work-life balance - providing eligible staff with two three-day weekends per month through an every-other-Friday-off model. This initiative reflects our continued focus on flexibility and employee well-being.

NATURE OF WORK

The City of Sunrise offers internships in the areas of administration, finance, urban planning, emergency management, engineering and special projects throughout the City. This is varied semi-professional work, which may include, but not limited to, research, technical/financial assistance, special projects, and preparation of written communications, review of technical documents and agreements, citizen engagement, interdepartmental coordination, assistance with project management, involvement in a wide range of municipal management and community development issues, and assisting in administrative /office management.

POSITION TYPE

Part time, paid Internship or "for credit" Internship:

* Hours:

Up to 26 hours per week

* Paid internship rate is $15 per hour

* Length of assignment:
Up to 12 months

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

* Intern will perform work assignments assisting the Utility Operations Division including field operations with administrative and project development tasks which may include:

* Regulatory formwork and submittal

* Environmental compliance reports

* Engineering plan and field review/observation

* Reporting and documentation

* Record maintenance via spreadsheet and data entry

* Quote and invoice review

* Assistance with special engineering projects (CAD, shop drawing review, calculations)

* Filing of documents

* Perform related duties as assigned

Requirements

EDUCATION

* Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in a graduate program in Public Management or Public Administration or other related field as specified by department; or a recent graduate from an accredited college/university possessing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the fields of study outlined.

* PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical:

Light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty pounds. Descending and climbing stairways and extended periods of standing observation may be required during field activities.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory:

The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

* Ability to perform research and prepare pertinent reports.

* Fundamental knowledge of water and wastewater operations is desirable.

* Experience in use of computers with emphasis on excel and good communication skills are desirable.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and City…