Civil Engineer Intern - Design and Construction

To be considered for this position candidates must be serving permanently in the civil service title of Civil Engineer Intern or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 5047.

Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is responsible for the safe efficient and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the Citys streets supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality for people living working and doing business in New York City. The Divisions responsibilities include roadway project planning roadway design technical analysis maintenance of street signs transit development freight mobility and roadway markings. TPMs Design & Construction (D&C) unit has professional engineering oversight for geometric design elements of NYC roadways. We draw on expertise and talent of Civil Engineers Urban Designers Planners Asset Managers Inspectors Administrators Analysts and others to evolve and maintain the curb geometry and street plans for all NYCs 6300 miles of roads create and maintain official pavement marking and concrete island plans and oversee the application and refurbishment of NYCs 250 million linear feet of pavement markings (stripes messages colored surface treatments for bus/bike/plaza etc.).

Under the guidance of senior staff from Geometric Design the selected Civil Engineer Interns (CEIs) will collaborate with other internal groups to solve identified safety concerns. CEIs will have the office title of Project Engineer and be expected to prepare drawings and details using AutoCAD perform civil engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility and assist in research investigations or studies related to civil engineering functions or activities. CEIs may also participate in preparation of contract documents including plans specifications cost estimates attendance of field reviews and meetings and other related duties. Field work may be needed to determine field conditions and design constructability in order to refine conceptual designs.

The Department of Transportations (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe efficient and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

Preferred Skills
Microsoft Office; AutoCAD; GIS. A familiarity with AASHTO MUTCD NYC Street Design Manual and NACTO publications is desirable. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques that improve traffic transit walking and biking is desirable. Possession of a Motor Vehicle Drivers license valid in the State of New York is preferred. Knowledge of AutoCAD.

Hours/Shift
35hrs / TBD

Work Location
33-00 Northern Blvd. LIC NY

Additional Information
To be considered for this position candidates must be serving permanently in the civil service title of Civil Engineer Intern or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 5047.
Note: Less than 2 yrs. City Service - New Hire Rate: $59747 2 or more yrs. City service - Minimum Incumbent Rate: $68709
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: External applicants go to and search for Job ID # 637571
Current city employees log into Employee Self Service at and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 637571
No phone calls faxes or personal inquiries permitted.
Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Most public libraries have computers available for use.
Note: Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
For more information about DOT visit us at: ENGINEERING INTERN - 20202

Qualifications :

1. A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college. A degree in any other engineering area or in civil engineering technology is not acceptable.

Additional Information :

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic including but not limited to an individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time