Engineering and Surveying Intern

, Iowa

Internship Length: 45 hrs
Office Hours: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, M-F

Essential Functions

Trainee will observe Engineering Technicians and Engineers in their normal daily activities and will assist them in certain roles.
Works with global positioning system (GPS) unit to perform surveys.
Performs entry level computer aided drafting (CAD) and geographic information system (GIS) data entry and collection.
Assists Engineering Technicians with project inspection on grading, paving, and bridge projects.
Help keep work areas neat and organized to promote positive image. Use appropriate behavior in keeping with the mission, vision and beliefs and in accordance with operating procedures and policies.
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures and safety practices.

Minimum Requirements

Skills/Knowledge: Ability to follow instructions, strong organizational and communication skills, and be a team player. Must be detail-oriented, courteous and respectful. Professional, trustworthy, and confidential conduct is required. Intern must enjoy working in a team environment, be a self-starter, motivated, and able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
Experience/Education: Must be a high school student in good standing, and interested in pursuing an engineering or technical degree after high school. Must be mature and possess a positive attitude while being flexible.
Attire: Plan to dress appropriately for varied outdoor weather conditions. Jeans or workpants free of holes, safety toe shoes and a plain shirt. Safety glasses, ear protection, and safety vests will be provided.
General Physical Activities with or without reasonable accommodation: Frequent reaching, walking and lifting up to 50lbs. Occasional kneeling, crouching, sitting, standing, grasping, pulling, and pushing and lifting over 50 lbs.

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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