Civil Engineering Intern

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Public Works Shop - Wheat Ridge, CO 80033Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $19.87 - $26.83 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: ConstructionGENERAL PURPOSE: A Civil Engineering Intern supports engineering staff in the planning, design, and execution of infrastructure projects such as roads, utilities, and public facilities. The intern assists with data collection, drafting plans, conducting site inspections, and performing basic engineering calculations under supervision. This role provides hands-on exposure to engineering standards, construction practices, and project coordination while developing technical and professional skills. The position offers practical experience applying academic knowledge to real-world civil engineering projects in a collaborative work environment.    Tasks will vary by specific assignment. Any one position may not include all the duties  listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this  class.  • Fieldwork, assisting with a variety of data collections.  • Assist with physical assessments and documentation of slope, cross slope, curb and  gutter condition, pavement condition, sidewalk width, truncated domes, barriers, street  signs and markings, stormwater quality/detention facilities.  • Assist with projects that involve working on or adjacent to roadways, storm sewers,  sidewalks, curb and gutter, ramps and stormwater ponds.  • Input data associated with project mapping utilizing GIS and GPS technologies.  • Support staff review of traffic control plans, field reviews and site visits at construction  projects.  • Observe the placement of concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk, neck downs, measuring  quantities.  • Conduct investigations, prepare reports and calculations, and perform research.  • Assist Engineers to perform studies and reports.  • Follow all safety regulations, policies and procedures.    Wheat Ridge was founded during the 1859 Gold Rush as a rest stop for miners and later  named for its golden wheat fields. As unsuccessful miners turned to farming, the area  thrived with orchards, vegetable fields, and later, greenhouses, earning the title “Carnation  City.” Incorporated in 1969, Wheat Ridge now offers a central location with easy access to  Denver and the Rocky Mountains. It operates as a home-rule city with a council-manager  government, where the elected council sets policy, and the manager oversees daily  operations and budgeting.    CORE VALUES:   The City of Wheat Ridge is committed to excellence and ACTION!:  • Accountability: Employees take responsibility for their actions, decisions, and  recommendations and are accountable to each other and the community  • Change: Adapts to changing organizational needs, conditions, and work  responsibilities.  • Teamwork: Employees value teamwork as a collaborative effort, with each person  contributing unique skills, knowledge, and training to achieve common goals.  • Integrity: Employees uphold the highest ethical standards, recognize the  importance of public and customer trust and adhere to the values of the  organization.  • Opportunity: Employees are empowered to grow professionally, develop best  practices, and seek challenges to advance the City.  • NOW!: Employees are proactive, timely, and efficient in responding to the needs of  the organization and the community – NOW!  QualificationsJOB QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be actively pursuing a degree with one completed academic year of college course  work in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other closely related field.    HOURS OF WORK, LOCATION, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 40 hour Variable position – Public Works Site    The City of Wheat Ridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate  diversity and inclusivity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national  origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, marital status or any  other applicable characteristics protected by law, unless related to a bona fide  occupational qualification. The City of Wheat Ridge will consider reasonable  accommodations for employment to qualified applicants upon request to the Human  Resources Office.    This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts,  duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.  Selected candidate will be required to pass a background check and drug test prior to  employment.