What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) position at Fort Pierce Utilities Authority?
Position Summary And Qualifications
The internship is a temporary position intended for up to 16 weeks in the summer months.
This internship is intended to provide experience related to Electric & Gas Engineering as well as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Some knowledge of geography and Geographic Information Systems.
General knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Ability to develop knowledge of computer aided drafting (CAD) systems and GIS mapping systems.
Develop the ability to perform technical computations, to prepare draft cost estimates.
Considerable ability to understand, follow, and transmit moderately difficult oral and written instructions, and to write clearly and legibly.
Considerable ability to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned.
Must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in college in an engineering-related degree. Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Windows operating system is required. AutoCAD training is desired and good interpersonal communications skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Some education or experience in the engineering industry, or related area providing familiarity with utilities principles, materials, and terminology is desirable.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
A valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.
(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)
Under Direct Supervision, The Intern Learns How To
Assist engineers and technicians in project design and preparation of plans and specifications and also assist inspectors with various field tasks.
Performs routine tasks in the field such as facility inventory, collecting various measurements of distances or objects in or on surfaces, poles and trenches, taking digital images of field conditions, and writing field notes on paper or GPS Handheld Device.
Performs routine editing of features and attributes in the GIS using ArcMap.
Performs routine drafting using AutoCAD and ESRI Software.
Performs other routine office duties as assigned.
No benefits
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
Referring to FPUA's Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have skills and qualifications mentioned in the job description, respond with "N/A".
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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you have not performed the job functions mentioned, respond with "N/A".
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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving to provide, respond with "N/A".
The internship is a temporary position intended for up to 16 weeks in the summer months.
This internship is intended to provide experience related to Electric & Gas Engineering as well as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Some knowledge of geography and Geographic Information Systems.
General knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
Ability to develop knowledge of computer aided drafting (CAD) systems and GIS mapping systems.
Develop the ability to perform technical computations, to prepare draft cost estimates.
Considerable ability to understand, follow, and transmit moderately difficult oral and written instructions, and to write clearly and legibly.
Considerable ability to react to change productively and to handle other tasks as assigned.
Must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in college in an engineering-related degree. Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Windows operating system is required. AutoCAD training is desired and good interpersonal communications skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Some education or experience in the engineering industry, or related area providing familiarity with utilities principles, materials, and terminology is desirable.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
A valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.
(NOTE: There are also secondary functions, which the employee will be required to perform.)
Under Direct Supervision, The Intern Learns How To
Assist engineers and technicians in project design and preparation of plans and specifications and also assist inspectors with various field tasks.
Performs routine tasks in the field such as facility inventory, collecting various measurements of distances or objects in or on surfaces, poles and trenches, taking digital images of field conditions, and writing field notes on paper or GPS Handheld Device.
Performs routine editing of features and attributes in the GIS using ArcMap.
Performs routine drafting using AutoCAD and ESRI Software.
Performs other routine office duties as assigned.
No benefits
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
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Referring to FPUA's Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have skills and qualifications mentioned in the job description, respond with "N/A".
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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you have not performed the job functions mentioned, respond with "N/A".
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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving you've encountered while in a position similar to the Engineering Intern (Electric & Gas Engineering) position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving to provide, respond with "N/A".
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