What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Engineering (Field Operation Division) position at City of Sunrise?
NATURE OF WORK
The City of Sunrise offers internships in the areas of administration, finance, urban planning, emergency management, engineering and special projects throughout the City. This is varied semi-professional work, which may include, but not limited to, research, technical/financial assistance, special projects, and preparation of written communications, review of technical documents and agreements, citizen engagement, interdepartmental coordination, assistance with project management, involvement in a wide range of municipal management and community development issues, and assisting in administrative /office management.
POSITION TYPE
Part time, paid Internship or "for credit" Internship:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty pounds. Descending and climbing stairways and extended periods of standing observation may be required during field activities.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Sensory:
The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Physical:
The City of Sunrise offers internships in the areas of administration, finance, urban planning, emergency management, engineering and special projects throughout the City. This is varied semi-professional work, which may include, but not limited to, research, technical/financial assistance, special projects, and preparation of written communications, review of technical documents and agreements, citizen engagement, interdepartmental coordination, assistance with project management, involvement in a wide range of municipal management and community development issues, and assisting in administrative /office management.
POSITION TYPE
Part time, paid Internship or "for credit" Internship:
- Hours: Up to 26 hours per week
- Paid internship rate is $15 per hour
- Length of assignment: Up to 12 months
- Intern will perform work assignments assisting the Utility Operations Division including field operations with administrative and project development tasks which may include:
- Regulatory formwork and submittal
- Environmental compliance reports
- Engineering plan and field review/observation
- Reporting and documentation
- Record maintenance via spreadsheet and data entry
- Quote and invoice review
- Assistance with special engineering projects (CAD, shop drawing review, calculations)
- Filing of documents
- Perform related duties as assigned
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in a graduate program in Public Management or Public Administration or other related field as specified by department; or a recent graduate from an accredited college/university possessing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the fields of study outlined.
- PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty pounds. Descending and climbing stairways and extended periods of standing observation may be required during field activities.
Work Environment:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Sensory:
The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to perform research and prepare pertinent reports.
- Fundamental knowledge of water and wastewater operations is desirable.
- Experience in use of computers with emphasis on exceland good communication skills are desirable.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other employees and City officials.
- Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing to individuals as well as groups.
- Ability to withstand pressure of competing priorities and varied responsibilities and works efficiently and effectively to develop win-win solutions.
Physical:
- Light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials up to twenty (20) pounds. Descending and climbing stairways and extended periods of sitting and standing o may be required
- Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment and data center rooms and closets with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays.
- The ability to perceive and differentiate visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally and in writing
- 777 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33325
Salary : $15
