Limited Alteration Application (LAA) Intern

City of New York • New York City, NY

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About The Position

The NYC Department of Buildings enforces the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code, and Zoning Resolution to promote safe and lawful building use and compliant development. The Limited Alteration Application (LAA) unit reviews DOB NOW applications for plumbing work, fire suppression piping replacement and repairs, and oil burner installations that do not include construction work. Except for some minor new installations, LAA work is generally limited to repair or replacement of existing equipment and does not require a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.

Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Director, Limited Alteration Application (LAA), the intern supports application and permit monitoring, reference-material updates, audits, property profile reviews, and communication with stakeholders about Ordinary Plumbing Work processes and Emergency Work Notifications. The role is intended for a student studying a relevant engineering, architecture, or construction field with an interest in the NYC Construction Codes.

Pay rates are $17.50 for students from entering freshman through completion of sophomore year, $17.75 from entering junior through completion of senior year, and $18.00 at the graduate level. Work is up to 17 hours per week while school is in session and up to 35 hours per week during school breaks. When working a 35-hour-per-week schedule, the position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week under the Remote Work Pilot Program.

Requirements

• Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school; continued employment is conditioned on remaining a student.
• A major or field of study in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
• Interest in the NYC Construction Codes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track Emergency Work Notification (EWN) filings and associated permits for code compliance.
• Research and update the LAA Certified Listing Agency Appliances spreadsheet.
• Assist with updating and formatting the LAA Uniform Audit Checklist.
• Help structure and update the LAA Quick Code Reference Guide (code cheat sheet).
• Assist with Ordinary Plumbing Work (OPWs) audits and Property Profile reviews.
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding Ordinary Plumbing Work processes and Emergency Work Notifications.

What This Job Offers

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