What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Intern position at Orange County Government?
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions:
Assist Traffic Engineering staff in daily traffic-related operations with an emphasis on public service, safety, and infrastructure support. Interns will be introduced to real-world applications of civil and traffic engineering and are expected to contribute to the team through technical, analytical, and field-based tasks. This role is a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning in a professional government setting.
Representative Duties/Assignments:
Produce work orders using Autodesk Civil 3D or Microsoft PowerPoint. Proficiency in at least one of these tools is required to visually communicate technical recommendations and generate basic plan markups.
Assist with fieldwork including sight distance evaluations, pedestrian safety observations, equipment deployment and retrieval (such as trailer-mounted speed radar feedback signs or traffic counters), and documentation for public infrastructure conditions.
Assist with crash diagram production using GIS tools or mapping software to support traffic safety studies.
Participate in traffic operations duties such as supporting crosswalk evaluations, school zone safety studies, traffic control device asset lookups, and interacting with county residents in person or over the phone.
Assist with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) permit reviews by evaluating MOT plans for traffic-related roadway permits and performing basic data entry as part of the permitting process.
Work alongside engineers and technicians to gain exposure to traffic engineering principles and workflows.
Other duties as assigned in support of project development, citizen requests, or traffic studies.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Junior level standing or higher in Engineering or Technology bachelor's degree program
Preferences:
Preference will be given to degree majors in Civil Engineering
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Prior exposure to or experience with CAD software or similar technical drawing platforms preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to follow through on assigned tasks
Application Deadline
Open Date: 07/24/2026
Close Date: 08/16/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 406 - From $16.40 to $16.95
FLSA Status:
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
4200 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839
Notes
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Job Description
General Functions:
Assist Traffic Engineering staff in daily traffic-related operations with an emphasis on public service, safety, and infrastructure support. Interns will be introduced to real-world applications of civil and traffic engineering and are expected to contribute to the team through technical, analytical, and field-based tasks. This role is a valuable opportunity for hands-on learning in a professional government setting.
Representative Duties/Assignments:
Produce work orders using Autodesk Civil 3D or Microsoft PowerPoint. Proficiency in at least one of these tools is required to visually communicate technical recommendations and generate basic plan markups.
Assist with fieldwork including sight distance evaluations, pedestrian safety observations, equipment deployment and retrieval (such as trailer-mounted speed radar feedback signs or traffic counters), and documentation for public infrastructure conditions.
Assist with crash diagram production using GIS tools or mapping software to support traffic safety studies.
Participate in traffic operations duties such as supporting crosswalk evaluations, school zone safety studies, traffic control device asset lookups, and interacting with county residents in person or over the phone.
Assist with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) permit reviews by evaluating MOT plans for traffic-related roadway permits and performing basic data entry as part of the permitting process.
Work alongside engineers and technicians to gain exposure to traffic engineering principles and workflows.
Other duties as assigned in support of project development, citizen requests, or traffic studies.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Junior level standing or higher in Engineering or Technology bachelor's degree program
Preferences:
Preference will be given to degree majors in Civil Engineering
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint)
Prior exposure to or experience with CAD software or similar technical drawing platforms preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to follow through on assigned tasks
Application Deadline
Open Date: 07/24/2026
Close Date: 08/16/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 406 - From $16.40 to $16.95
FLSA Status:
Placement based on Education and Experience
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
4200 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32839
Notes
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
Salary : $16 - $17