Intern - Public Works

 

Since November 2023, the Public Works Department has been engaged with the Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) Program. This program is designed to help organizations become more efficient in their use of electricity, natural gas, water, and other utilities to both save money and conserve resources, through behavioral changes of people, changes to operational practices/controls, and upgrades to systems that use these resources. The City has made notable progress, as small operational tweaks, changes in existing systems and minor upgrades have contributed to efficiency gains. 

In the coming year, we’d like to take our SEM work further by hiring an intern to scope projects and policies for energy-related work, in conjunction with Public Works projects. Anticipated work includes:

• Strategic energy management policies as they relate to facilities/fleet projects and purchases
• Improvements surrounding HVAC controls, lighting, water conservation and reuse, and natural gas usage 
• Drafting employee and/or community engagement policies
• Other work related to Climate Action Plan supported actions
• Small project of the intern’s choice as it relates to Public Works

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Designs and performs in-depth research.

Compiles data, synthesizes information, creates charts and graphics.

Performs interviews with various stakeholders, including city staff and staff from other governmental organizations.

Reviews work processes and identifies opportunities for improvement.

Presents findings to city staff, City Council, community groups, and/or the public.

Conducts community engagement at meetings and events.

Performs general clerical and staff functions, including but not limited to preparing meeting notes,, scheduling, maintaining records, , and providing information to the public.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
Education and/or Experience: Three years of college education in a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience, training and education which would enable the person to perform the essential functions of the position.
 
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, volunteers or partners of organization.
 
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 
 
Computer Skills: Ability to operate a personal computer and related software.
 
Other Skills and Abilities: 
Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with associates, volunteers, participants, and the general public. Ability to maintain records and make reports. Ability to present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Possession of a valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Other Qualifications: 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level is usually moderate.


HOW TO APPLY:

Applications must be filed online at http://www.tualatinoregon.gov. No e-mailed, mailed, personally delivered, or faxed applications or resumes can be accepted in lieu of the online application.

Please apply at your earliest convenience. The first review will occur on May 20, 2026, and applications will be reviewed weekly thereafter.

If you have a general question regarding the recruitment, contact Human Resources at recruitment@tualatin.gov.

PLEASE NOTE: You may submit a resume in addition to the online application, but it cannot replace the online application work history section. The online application must be completed in its entirety. Online applications with incomplete sections may be disqualified from continuing in the recruitment process.
 
The City of Tualatin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply.