Civil Engineering/Surveying Intern FT Temp

City of Watertown, SD•Watertown, SD

42d•$19 - $23

About The Position

The Engineering Department is interested in hiring a college student to work 40-50 hours per week as a Civil Engineering/Surveying Intern on a temporary, part-time basis for the Summer of 2026. The normal work hours are from 8:00am to 5:00pm CST, Monday to Friday, for 12-16 weeks. The pay will be $19.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending upon previous experience and training. The ideal candidate will be a motivated individual interested in pursuing a surveying, engineering or construction management career, who has had experience and/or training in surveying or drafting. This is a great opportunity for someone who has a broad interest in Municipal Government and/or Civil Engineering, surveying, or construction management and will be working in a team environment under the supervision of the City Engineer.

Requirements

Maintain detailed records and reports.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish effective working relationships with coworkers and the general public.
Handle multiple requests for assistance with other staff and follow directions.
Ability to follow safe working practices by wearing appropriate protective clothing, footwear and headwear; using safety equipment properly and follow good housekeeping and standard safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Assist in the conception, design, and construction management of street, sidewalk and sewer improvements.
Utilize electronic equipment to gather survey data for projects, download to computer, and upload it into drafting software.
Utilize measurement and testing equipment to verify that construction work meets specifications.
Utilize AutoCAD and GIS software to produce illustrations of engineering issues and/or solutions.
Prepare and/or deliver written communications regarding City projects;
Document construction projects with photographs and daily logs;
Assist Engineering Division as needed for completion of projects;
Communicates orally and in writing information and results of field surveys and inspections;
Position requires ability to work outdoors during all weather conditions as directed;
Position requires the ability to assist on a field survey crew as directed;
All other duties that apply.