Office of the County Engineer Internship Program (OCEIP) - Spring 2027 Intern

Harris County•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of the County Engineer (OCE) is a regional leader in delivering comprehensive and integrated professional services to a diverse range of clients. Our vision is to enhance the built environment, creating new structures that elevate the quality of life for the growing Harris County community. Our department uses innovative, sustainable solutions to ensure every project exceeds expectations and delivers creative, practical results. The Office of the County Engineer Internship Program (OCEIP), led by Dr. Bashar Ahmed, Chief of Staff, is designed for students aged 18 and over who are pursuing post-secondary opportunities. OCEIP gives students a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in local government, exposing them to real-world programs, policies, and issues. Through this immersion, interns will build the professional skills necessary for their future careers. Committed to fostering diversity, OCEIP actively recruits students from a wide range of educational, economic, racial, and ethnic backgrounds to reflect the diversity of Harris County’s residents. Interns will benefit from leadership training, professional development opportunities, and meaningful work experiences that prepare them for success in the public and private sectors.

Requirements

Mandatory attendance for the internship period from December 28, 2026, through April 30, 2027.
Currently enrolled (at the time of application) in a college or university working toward a degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural), Surveying, GIS, MIS, Computer Science, Urban Development, Construction Management, Business, or Finance.
Completed a minimum of two years of study.
Completed a minimum of twelve (12) credit hours (approximately 4 courses) of coursework specific to their declared major.
Provide a resume listing classes taken, software competency, and other relevant skills or experience.
Submit a Cover Letter explaining why they chose their field of study, their career goals following graduation, and why they are interested in working for Harris County.
Submit a Writing Sample.
Submit an Unofficial Transcript.
Submit a Letter of Recommendation.
Include any additional information, such as previous military service.
Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, using proper grammar and spelling.
Must be attentive to detail and have effective problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational, time management, and customer service skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and prioritize tasks.
Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application.
Business casual attire is mandatory.
All positions are in-person, and applicants must be available for the entire program.
Only one applicant per family unit may be accepted for the Spring 2027 cohort.
Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from their assigned work location.
Interns must have reliable transportation; public transportation is encouraged.
All interns must have a valid driver’s license.
Interns are expected to complete the full internship program.
Early departure will result in dismissal, and participants must wait one year to reapply.
Leave requests must be submitted to both the direct supervisor and EES.
Failure to do so may result in a write-up, and dismissal from the program is at the host site's discretion.