Essential Job Functions: Under the general supervision and guidance of the Department Director, this Engineering Technician Intern will perform a range of duties within multiple departments. This position is designed to combine academic study with realistic and increasingly responsible duties in a public sector environment.

Other Job Functions: Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Knowledge: Knowledge of basic research techniques; general principals of Environmental or Civil Engineering; knowledge of water, wastewater, hydraulics, and GIS.

Skills/Abilities: Skilled in communicating effectively orally and in writing with individuals who represent a diverse population; skilled in navigating through the internet; ability to work independently; must possess strong computer skills.

Physical Requirements: Constantly sees and hears; frequently carries and holds objects weighing up to 20 lbs., files, sorts, stands, types, walks; operates a PC, calculator and writes by hand, performs data entry, sits, twists body; infrequently lifts, pulls, pushes and drags object weighing up to 20 lbs., climbs, crawls, kneels, squats and stoops.

Education/Experience: Applicant must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral program at an accredited college or university majoring in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

Must possess a valid Class C driver’s license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver’s License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver’s license. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.