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Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class
The City of Des Moines is seeking several motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Interns to join our Engineering Department for the summer of 2025 (May-August, up to 40 hours per week). This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various civil engineering projects that directly impact our community.
Internship opportunities will be concentrated in the Traffic & Transporation division and Construction Inspection division, with the prospect of rotation between other facets of the Engineering department.
Ideal candidates will have an interest in municipal government, experience with Bentley MicroStation or AutoCADD Civil 3D, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a willingness to work both independently and part of a team, and exemplify the City’s Core Values:
• Be genuine in our actions.
• Collaborate for impactful change.
• Foster opportunities for growth.
• Ensure safety.
Acceptable Experience and Training- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university in undergraduate or graduate studies with completion of at least two (2) years (60 semester hours) and a minimum overall GPA of 2.5.
- Preference will be given to current students of Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Traffic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
Required Special Qualifications- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)- Work with designated staff to set development goals to satisfy internship/school requirements;
- Analyze reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests and related information to plan and design projects including:
- Roadway Improvements: Collect and analyze traffic data and prepare reports for the design of new roads and the rehabilitation of existing roadways to improve traffic flow and safety.
- Bridge Rehabilitation: Work on projects aimed at inspecting, maintaining, and upgrading bridges to ensure structural integrity and longevity.
- Construction: Work on projects related to construction materials testing and site inspection to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
This positions receives only mandatory benefits.
Closing Date/Time: 1/6/2025 4:00 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Des Moines
Show moreDes Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.
Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
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