Road Department - Summer Applied Civil Engineering Intern (Temporary)

Applied Civil Engineering Intern - $16.00 - $20.00/ Hour - The internship program will run May through September for 8 -- 12 weeks. Program duration and start date is dependent on intern availability; will not exceed 12 weeks. - Typical work hours for the duration of employment would be Monday -- Friday from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM. - This temporary position allows for a maximum of 1,000 hours per calendar year. It does not include any benefits. Duties: - Surveying: Assists in preliminary and construction surveying, using equipment such as Total Station and GPS. - Design: Creates or modifies engineering plan sets in CAD. Based on experience level, may create or modify 3D models. - Road/Traffic Studies: Intern will assist engineering team with the collection of various data including roadway traffic counts, speed studies, and PASER collection. - Inspection: Participates in field inspection of construction projects. Supports field oversight throughout the construction phase including sampling of materials, documentation of contractor performance, and verification of traffic control within the work zone. - Teamwork: Maintains effective and professional communication with the engineering team, Road Department personnel, third-party contractors, and the public. As part of the Road Department team, interns will support the department mission to maintain a county road system that is safe and convenient for public travel. - This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. Education and Experience: - Actively pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or closely related construction field. - AutoCAD experience is required. - Additional related course work or applied work in road transportation engineering or construction is desired. Special Requirements: - Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. - Safety toed boots and long pants required for all field work. - Must have the ability to learn work zone safety requirements and MDOT specifications and standards.