Water Resource Engineer Intern

Position Summary

The primary duty of this non-exempt, non-benefited, engineering intern position will be to support water resource projects within the Engineering Department. This position is designed to provide practical experience in water resource management, water well drilling and other engineering projects, and environmental sustainability. The intern will work closely with professional engineers and multi-disciplinary teams to assist in the planning, design, and implementation of water conservation initiatives, system upgrades, and various water resource projects.

Supervision Received

Works under the direct supervision of the Water Resource Manager, and/or Project Managers.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Help collect data related to water usage, consumption patterns, water quality and system performance. Analyze and report findings to support ongoing water management efforts, including conservation strategies and water supply planning.

Assists District staff with various tasks in support of the long-range planning initiatives, including document management, preparation of meeting materials, organizing internal and external data and information.

Participate in field surveys and site visits to observe, collect data, and assist with system inspections. Provide technical support for field teams working on water resource or system projects.

Supports District staff in monitoring construction projects, including inspections of water well drilling sites and recording construction progress and expenditures. Provides input into construction projects, including review of submittals, specifications, pay applications, change orders, and cost estimates.

Assist in the development and implementation of sustainable water conservation initiatives. This could include helping with public education programs, promoting efficient water use, developing water budgets, and evaluating current water-saving technologies.

Meets and coordinates with District operations staff, consultants, contractors, government agencies, and utilities companies. Assists District Staff in meeting preparation for stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

+ Basic computer knowledge including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and familiarity with engineering design software. + Basic knowledge of engineering principles, practices, methods, and standards. + Ability to interpret and use information from engineering reports, plans, specifications, regulations, and technical documentation. + The ability to obtain and utilize information to prepare written documents that are clear, concise, courteous, and within accepted grammatical standards. + Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical data to both technical and non-technical audiences. + Ability to produce clear, well-organized reports and documentation.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when working with data, reports, and designs.

Ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative environment with supervisors, co-workers, consultants, vendors, contractors, developers, and the public.

Comfortable working outdoors in various environmental conditions.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelors degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, geology, biology, natural resource management, or related field.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities

If no end date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.