Description
Pay Range: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Description:Under close supervisionand mentorship an Engineering Internwill performbasic paraprofessional civilengineeringworkin one or more of the following areas:
Roadway designIField measurements and testingIStructure design/inspection/reporting I Surveying I Database management I Hydrology I Construction engineering and inspection I Traffic Engineering I Permits I Wastewater collection/treatment/disposal IRecycled water
The internship provides exposure to the public sector engineering field and responsibilities in the area of maintaining expanding and building public infrastructure. Applicants with interest and expertise in any of the above areas are highly encouraged to apply. Interns may work at either one of our Santa Barbara or Santa Maria offices.
Distinguishing Characteristics:Interns are extra-help at-will employees of the County. The County assigns a mentor to each intern that is responsible for providing work opportunities mock interview practice professional feedback and general guidance throughout the interns tenure with the County. Work is regularly monitored and incumbents perform work as instructed and are directed to seek advice as needed.
Examples of Duties
- Prepares simple mapsrecordsgraphsand drawings/details
- Assists staffwith field surveying and collecting field data for topographic surveys.
- Performs simple drafting andengineering office work;operates a computer using avariety of software includingCAD databasemanagement ArcGISandspreadsheetprograms.
- Assists staffwith preparationoftraffic control plans and permit applications for right-of-way encroachments.
- Performs field measurements and tests such as asphalt/concrete coring
- Assists withbridge fieldinspectionsprocessing reportsand maintaining the bridge withminor structure calculations detaildraftingand quantitycalculations.
- Helps coordinate constructionactivities with propertyownersutility companiescontractors other government representatives and the public.
- Prepare and staff outreach meetings with the public stakeholders and elected officials.
- Prepare reports and grant applications for local state and federal transportation grant programs.
- Coordinate with County departments local advocacy groups and the public on existing and planned pedestrian bicycle safe-route-to-schools and transit projects in the region.
- Assists project managers with other administrative tasks as needed.
- Reviews sewer collection video inspections prepares plans and assists with various projects for the Laguna County Sanitation District.
Employment Standards
Requirements:Applicant must be enrolled in a college or university.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License may be required for some positions in this class.
Ability to:Make arithmetical computations; prepare accurate and neat calculations and drawings/ records; Draft/Design in CAD (desirable); follow oral and written instructions; learn to input access and analyze data; perform manual tasks under a variety of conditions; and establish and maintain effective respectful relationships with others.
Supplemental Information
Application Procedure:Interested applicants must complete an application supplemental questionnaire and attach a resume and cover letter. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis as positions are available.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source such a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Conditional Job Offer:Once a conditional offer of employment has been made the candidate may be required to successfully complete a background investigation which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. The appointee may be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law state law or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.
For more information on this opportunity contact Ashley Kruzel Intern Selection Team Member at
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Open until filled: first application review is on Tuesday March 31 2026.Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at:.
Required Experience:
Intern
DescriptionPay Range: $17.00 - $23.00 per hourDescription:Under close supervisionand mentorship an Engineering Internwill performbasic paraprofessional civilengineeringworkin one or more of the following areas:Roadway designIField measurements and testingIStructure design/inspection/reporting I Surv...
Description
Pay Range: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Description:Under close supervisionand mentorship an Engineering Internwill performbasic paraprofessional civilengineeringworkin one or more of the following areas:
Roadway designIField measurements and testingIStructure design/inspection/reporting I Surveying I Database management I Hydrology I Construction engineering and inspection I Traffic Engineering I Permits I Wastewater collection/treatment/disposal IRecycled water
The internship provides exposure to the public sector engineering field and responsibilities in the area of maintaining expanding and building public infrastructure. Applicants with interest and expertise in any of the above areas are highly encouraged to apply. Interns may work at either one of our Santa Barbara or Santa Maria offices.
Distinguishing Characteristics:Interns are extra-help at-will employees of the County. The County assigns a mentor to each intern that is responsible for providing work opportunities mock interview practice professional feedback and general guidance throughout the interns tenure with the County. Work is regularly monitored and incumbents perform work as instructed and are directed to seek advice as needed.
Examples of Duties
- Prepares simple mapsrecordsgraphsand drawings/details
- Assists staffwith field surveying and collecting field data for topographic surveys.
- Performs simple drafting andengineering office work;operates a computer using avariety of software includingCAD databasemanagement ArcGISandspreadsheetprograms.
- Assists staffwith preparationoftraffic control plans and permit applications for right-of-way encroachments.
- Performs field measurements and tests such as asphalt/concrete coring
- Assists withbridge fieldinspectionsprocessing reportsand maintaining the bridge withminor structure calculations detaildraftingand quantitycalculations.
- Helps coordinate constructionactivities with propertyownersutility companiescontractors other government representatives and the public.
- Prepare and staff outreach meetings with the public stakeholders and elected officials.
- Prepare reports and grant applications for local state and federal transportation grant programs.
- Coordinate with County departments local advocacy groups and the public on existing and planned pedestrian bicycle safe-route-to-schools and transit projects in the region.
- Assists project managers with other administrative tasks as needed.
- Reviews sewer collection video inspections prepares plans and assists with various projects for the Laguna County Sanitation District.
Employment Standards
Requirements:Applicant must be enrolled in a college or university.
Additional Qualifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License may be required for some positions in this class.
Ability to:Make arithmetical computations; prepare accurate and neat calculations and drawings/ records; Draft/Design in CAD (desirable); follow oral and written instructions; learn to input access and analyze data; perform manual tasks under a variety of conditions; and establish and maintain effective respectful relationships with others.
Supplemental Information
Application Procedure:Interested applicants must complete an application supplemental questionnaire and attach a resume and cover letter. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis as positions are available.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source such a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Conditional Job Offer:Once a conditional offer of employment has been made the candidate may be required to successfully complete a background investigation which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. The appointee may be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law state law or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.
For more information on this opportunity contact Ashley Kruzel Intern Selection Team Member at
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Open until filled: first application review is on Tuesday March 31 2026.Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at:.
Required Experience:
Intern
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