What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineering Intern (INT) position at The Town of Parker?
Want to do meaningful work that has a real impact on the community? Please come join Public Works and Engineering as an Engineering Intern! Our mission is to maintain a friendly, hometown atmosphere. We place a premium on teamwork and participation, while encouraging creativity and individual initiative. We believe that through collaboration, leadership can occur at all levels. We take our commitments seriously and strive to reach positive solutions. Whether you are joining us for three years or twenty, you will have the opportunity to grow your career with us. We offer training courses and work diligently with our team members to enhance their skill sets to progress their careers. In addition to growth and educational opportunities, we offer a Flexible Work Arrangement program for qualifying positions, as well as a fantastic benefit package that includes our Employee Assistance Program focused on work/life balance and overall well-being. We would be honored to have you join the Town of Parker family!
Under general supervision, this position assists the Department with engineering tasks and field duties related to operations, capital projects, and development oversight, providing the incumbent valuable career experience by learning the innerworkings of municipal engineering and public works operations.
*This position performs duties deemed to be safety sensitive. Employees holding this position participate in pre-employment and random drug testing under Town’s policies*
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while consistently demonstrating the Town’s core values of integrity, innovation, commitment to quality service, and teamwork. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and the Town may change these duties at any time.
- Assists with reviews of construction plans and related documents, including technical studies and reports, for conformance with Town Criteria.
- Assists in performing inspections of active construction sites; monitors and ensures construction follows the approved engineering plans and specifications on assigned projects. Coordinates the resolution of conflicts when the construction plans are not in accordance with the criteria or existing field conditions.
- Assists with reviewing and inspecting permits related to utility work within public right-of-way.
- Assists with duties related to public works operations and capital improvement projects.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Enrollment in a degree program in civil engineering, construction management, or related field, supplemented by a basic understanding of civil engineering practices and procedures.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Driver's License issued by the State of Colorado for the type of vehicle or equipment operated; safe driving record and a minimum of two (2) years of driving history.
Employment Standards
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles relating to roadway, drainage, and traffic design, and the ability to apply these to the review of construction plans, specifications, and technical reports.
- Skill in verbal and written communication.
- Skill in the use of computers and various software programs.
- Ability to obtain an understanding of standard engineering reference materials and the ability to apply these to design scenarios.
- Ability to obtain an understanding of the storm drainage and water quality/detention criteria and design procedures of the Town and the Urban Drainage and Flood Control District.
- Ability to read, understand, interpret, and explain construction drawings and technical specifications.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations typically used in engineering design, such as finding slopes, flow rates, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
- Ability to follow detailed written and/or oral instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle on paved roads and construction sites.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring Range: $21.28-$25.00/hr.
Full Range: $21.28-$28.73/hr.Hiring Timeline
Position Closes: 1/2/2026
First Interviews: Week of 1/12/2026
Working Conditions
The working conditions described below are representative of those an employee generally encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties.
Tools & Equipment
Requires use of general office equipment such as computers, printers, telephones, and related software. Use of specialized tools or equipment may also be necessary, including but not limited to technical devices, mechanical tools, heavy equipment, machinery, public-safety-related items, or other industry-specific systems. If required by the position, the employee may operate a personal or Town-owned vehicle.
General and Sensory Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls. Duties may also require stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs or ladders, and maintaining balance. The employee must be able to talk and hear effectively, both in person and over the phone, and must be capable of operating a vehicle if required by the role. Vision requirements include consistent near and far visual acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus to allow a broad field of vision.
Moderate Physical Demands
This position involves frequent physical activity and movement. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to twenty-five (25) pounds frequently and up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
Environment
Physical presence onsite is required. Work is primarily performed in a climate-controlled office environment but will occasionally be performed in outdoor field settings. The noise level is variable depending on activities or location. Employees in this position may be exposed to fumes, odors, dust, or airborne particles, and work in proximity to moving mechanical parts or machinery.Click HERE to learn more about joining our team!
The Town of Parker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please contact jobs@parkeronline.org with questions regarding this position.
Salary : $21 - $25