Engineering Intern

Position Summary

This co-op position will give you first-hand experience in implementing and monitoring a billion-dollar sustainable engineering initiative. Youll be hands on in collecting and interpreting the largest green infrastructure data set in the world. Youll have the opportunity to grow your technical understanding of hydrologic principles by testing Philadelphias green infrastructure. Youll be exposed to the many complex phenomena in the urban ecosystem and learn a variety of technical skills that will assist you in a future STEM career.

Essential Functions

Co-op duties are split roughly 50-50 between office work and field operations. Field operations involve collecting data and deploying/testing monitoring instruments. Fieldwork will require repeated lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Office work involves analyzing and interpreting the data (from MARS and other groups within PWD) to provide reports and analysis products for PWD.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Typical tasks include:

Collecting and analyzing raw data from Philadelphias green infrastructure monitoring network.

Interpreting design documents for better understanding of green stormwater infrastructure performance.

Testing and measuring stormwater management practices in controlled experiments.

Analyzing large environmental data sets on stormwater management water quality precipitation and more.

Writing reports on monitoring tests and techniques.

Making maps of green infrastructure data.

Applicants should have proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Word Excel etc) and experience with technical writing (memos lab reports etc). Additionally familiarity with the following software packages is helpful (on the job training will be provided):

ArcGIS

R Matlab or another similar programming language

Microsoft Access or another SQL database

Qualifications :

Preferred Majors:

Arts & Sci. - Environmental Studies

Eng. - Chemical Engineering

Eng. - Civil Engineering

Eng. - Environmental Engineering

Eng. - Materials Engineering

Eng. Mechanical Engineering

Eng. - Engineering Technology

Eng. - Construction Management

Arts & Sci. - Biological Sciences

Arts & Sci. - Environmental Science

Arts & Sci. Geosciences

Level(s) of Experience Sought:

Beginner - Limited or no previous work experience/first Co-op

Intermediate - Some related work or volunteer experience/second Co-op

Advanced - Previous related work experience/final Co-op

Additional Information :

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

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• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTAs Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses subways trolleys and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation sick leave and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses extending not only to City employees but in some cases spouse and dependents too!

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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