Civil Engineering Unpaid Intern

City of Riverside • Riverside, CA

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About The Position

The City of Riverside Public Works Department is accepting applications for two unpaid, part-time Civil Engineering Interns for the 2026/2027 school year or Summer 2027. The internship provides hands-on experience in local government, public service, and community engagement. Interns support records review, field observations, design plans, and report preparation while learning about the maintenance of street infrastructure.

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may be referred to the department. If selected, interns must successfully pass a criminal background check before starting. Applicants should be prepared to provide a resume, reference list, and unofficial transcripts if invited to interview.

Requirements

• Be a current junior or senior undergraduate student in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Coursework in Calculus, Survey, Geotechnology, Highway Design, and/or Transportation.
• Experience using AutoCAD or GIS.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Successfully pass a criminal background check before the start of the assignment if selected.

Nice To Haves

• California Baptist University students are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field observations and evaluations.
• Prepare signing and striping traffic design plans using AutoCAD.
• Conduct traffic collision analysis by extracting reports from Crossroads Database software.
• Extract traffic count data from traffic studies.
• Update the Master Condition of Approval List for development projects.
• Update and scan X and XL design plans on the City website.
• Create the Master Conditions of Approval Special Events Table.
• Support the team preparing plans, specifications, and cost estimates to procure contractors for construction and maintenance of existing street infrastructure, including asphalt roadways, concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, and ADA pedestrian ramps.
• Track and manage records for completed projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed