Engineering Intern (Part-Time)

City of Santa Ana•Santa Ana, CA

About The Position

The City of Santa Ana is seeking results-oriented individuals with a great attitude, creativity, innovation, efficiency, a record of success, and a passion for public service for a part-time internship position. The incumbent will work an average of 19 hours per week, with a flexible work schedule. This recruitment is open until further notice and may close at any time without notice. Applicants must attach references, proof of current school enrollment, and a resume to their online application.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Civil, Electrical, or Pre-Engineering curriculum with a GPA of 2.50 or higher (Sophomore or Junior level preferred).
Not open to Graduate/Post-Graduate students for Traffic positions.
Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Civil/Environmental/Mechanical or Pre-Engineering Program with a GPA of 2.50 or higher (Sophomore or Junior level preferred) for Development/Water Resources.
Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Civil Engineering or Construction Management Program with a GPA of 2.50 or higher (Sophomore and Junior level preferred) for CIP Engineering.
Ample knowledge of computer software such as AutoCAD and/or Microstation and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work comfortably in a Windows environment.
Possession and retention of an appropriate valid driver’s license is a condition of continued employment.
References - List names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references, one of which must be a current or former professor.
Proof of current school enrollment in an accredited Construction Management/Engineering/Pre-Engineering/Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering curriculum (unofficial transcripts in PDF format listing name, school, major, and current classes).
Resume in PDF format.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve residents, contractors, developers, utility companies, and other constituents at the Public Works Agency counter.
Prepare and modify cost estimate spreadsheets, basic exhibits, and presentations.
Conduct data research and field investigations.
Receive and distribute plan submittals.
Issue construction, transportation, utility, and other permits.
Review site plans for basic private developments.
Review building plans to calculate development impact fees.
Prepare correspondence to permit applicants regarding the status of plan reviews and permit issuance.
Perform a variety of general office tasks.
Assist engineers in traffic engineering field investigations for existing conditions and proposed projects.
Conduct various engineering and warrant studies.
Research project records, files, and plans.
Prepare/modify plans using Microstation or manual drafting.
Use Microsoft Office PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Access, or other tools and databases to prepare presentation materials (maps, charts, spreadsheets, etc.).
Perform data entry.
Place and retrieve radar trailers.
Conduct/evaluate speed studies, pedestrian, and vehicular counts.
Update records.
Review collision data.
Conduct parking surveys.
Issue business/resident notices.
Make copies, file documents.
Work with the public.
Work with the signal operations team and equipment.
Assist engineers in operating the Traffic Management Center.
Maintain local area computer network.
Investigate traffic signal operations and complaints.
Maintain traffic signal equipment, timing, and maintenance records.
Design traffic signals, closed-circuit television, communication systems, and other advanced traffic signal system elements.
Update traffic signal plans manually or using CAD.
Assist in the collection of field data for Water Resources.
Generate technical data, organize documents, and coordinate data transmission.
Conduct manufacturer website surveys for engineering drawings and equipment documentation.
Scan, record, maintain, and organize directories.
Update and create engineering drawings utilizing MicroStation.
Assist with the preparation and distribution of reports and documents.
Process correspondence and material requisitions.
Support the design and/or construction phase of projects in CIP Engineering.
Assist with the preparation of engineering drawings and estimates during the design phase.
Prepare and modify spreadsheets, project displays, and various reports.
Respond to the public and other agencies.
Assist with the construction management of projects under the City's capital improvement program.
Assist engineering staff during preconstruction and postconstruction activities.