Engineering Intern – Summer Position
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Job Location:
Elkhart, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
CITY OF ELKHART: JOB DESCRIPTION
DEPARTMENT
Elkhart Public Works & Utilities
DEPARTMENT
Elkhart Public Works & Utilities
POSITION
Engineering Intern
DIVISION
Engineering
STATUS
Seasonal: Summer (May through August)
CATEGORY
Hourly
FLSA
Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO
City Engineer and Engineering Project Managers
DATE
Summer 2026
Compensation: $16.00 per hour up to 40 hours per week.
Number of Positions: Two (2) Summer Internships.
JOB SUMMARY
The Engineering Intern provides technical and administrative support to the Engineering Division of Elkhart Public Works & Utilities. The intern assists with construction inspection field data collection surveying activities and office-based engineering support functions. This position offers practical hands-on experience in municipal engineering operations.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with construction inspection of public works and utility projects.
Perform field checks and gather engineering-related data.
Conduct topographical surveying and support GPS-based field work.
Assist with roadway traffic water and sewer system documentation and review.
Scan organize and record engineering plans and related documents.
Perform data entry and assist in the preparation of engineering reports.
Support GIS mapping updates and engineering documentation.
Perform related field and office duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with special engineering projects as assigned.
Support department staff with administrative or technical tasks as needed.
Perform other duties as directed to support the goals of Public Works & Utilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a bachelors degree in civil engineering with at least one year of undergraduate study completed.
Candidates pursuing degrees in Environmental Engineering Construction Management or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) will also be considered.
A valid drivers license is required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Basic coursework or experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
Surveying principles and practices
Roadway and traffic design
Water and sewer system design
Microsoft Office applications
ESRI ArcGIS
GPS technology
AutoCAD
Ability to:
Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications
Collect and record accurate field data
Work effectively in a team environment
Perform technical tasks with attention to accuracy
PHYSICAL MENTAL AND VISUAL SKILLS
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
Ability to walk uneven terrain and construction sites.
Ability to lift and carry light to moderate equipment.
Ability to operate a vehicle safely.
Visual acuity sufficient to review engineering drawings and digital data.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Combination of office and outdoor field work.
Exposure to varying weather conditions during field inspections and surveying activities.
Occasional exposure to construction site environments.
POST OFFER TESTING REQUIREMENTS
The City of Elkhart is a Drug Free Workplace. Therefore successfully passing a post offer drug screen is required (random drug testing may be conducted after employment).
Background checks producing acceptable BMV and criminal history reports required.
POLICY STATEMENT
The incumbent is required to possess the knowledge skills and abilities and the physical mental and visual skills described in this job description to perform the principal duties responsibilities and essential job functions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this job and other duties and responsibilities include those that are considered incidental or secondary to the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by the Mayor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
