Engineering Intern

Position Description

About Seattle Public Utilities:

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities.

Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make. SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

As an Engineering Intern within the Materials Lab, you will be on the front lines of construction quality assurance. You will balance active field work at various jobsites with technical lab operations to ensure the integrity of Seattle’s infrastructure materials.

Field Operations & Quality Assurance

• Sampling & Testing: Conduct hands-on sampling and testing of construction materials to ensure they meet project specifications.
• Jobsite Visitation: Travel to various construction jobsites throughout the City of Seattle to perform field inspections and material collection.
• Material Evaluation: Support the Quality Assurance (QA) process for approving and accepting materials used in both horizontal and vertical construction.
  
  

Laboratory & Logistics Support

• Lab Operations: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Materials Lab, ensuring equipment and testing environments are maintained
• Materials Acceptance: Perform various materials testing in accordance to ASTM/AASHTO.
• Technical Learning: Develop a practical understanding of how construction projects evolve, requiring the ability to pivot and adapt to non-linear schedules.
  
  

Learning Objectives:

Through this role, you will bridge the gap between classroom theory and civil engineering practice. By the conclusion of this term, you will have:

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of both horizontal and vertical construction processes.
• Gained mastery in sampling and testing methods for various construction materials.
• Achieved proficiency in Quality Assurance (QA) processes required for municipal infrastructure acceptance.
  
  

Built a foundation of "hands-on" field skills in a practical, fast-paced construction management environment

Qualifications

• Education: Currently enrolled as an undergraduate Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in a Civil Engineering or Pre-Engineering program.
• Maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA or higher.
• Interests: An engineering student with a strong interest in hands-on work and construction material quality.
• Driver’s License: A valid Driver's License is required, as you must drive to various jobsites around Seattle.
• Schedule: Ability to work 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm) during the summer months (May – September).
• Enrollment: Students are not required to be enrolled during summer sessions but must provide documentation of continued Fall enrollment.
  
  

License/Certification:

• Current valid driver's license from any state at time of application
• Candidates must obtain a Washington State driver license on or before the date of hire.
• Candidates must provide proof of driving record by submitting theirFull Abstract Driving Record as part of the application material.
• YourFull Abstract Driving Record must not be older than 30 days from the date of application submission.
• DO NOT submit the Employment Driver Abstract. Order a copy of your Full Abstract Driving Record here.
  

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DO NOT submit the following abstracts:

• Abstract of Driving Record – Employment
• Abstract of Driving Record – Assessment
  
  

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Additional Information

• Full salary range for this internship is: $27.36 - $30.79 an hour.
• Duration: This is a summer internship running from approximately May through September.
  
  

How to Apply: You must attach the following for the application to be considered complete:

• Resume clearly identifying how you meet the qualifications.
• Full Drivers Abstract
• Unofficial Transcript from your college/university.
  
  

ALL 3 FILES MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED A COMPLETE APPLICATION.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.