Student Intern

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Tryfacta is a leading, nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private &public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare, IT, Business Support, and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems.

Founded in March 1996, we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)!

Job Title

Temporary Student Intern with a Work with a large, mission-driven public agency that supports essential water, environmental, and infrastructure services for a major metropolitan region

Location

San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Assignment Details

Duration: 960 Hours in a fiscal year
Work Schedule: Part-Time: 18-20 hrs per week
Start Date: to be discussed

Role Overview

This role is designed for a student intern with an interest in Civil Engineering to support in-house engineering teams on capital construction projects. The intern will gain hands-on exposure to construction management practices, project documentation, and field activities related to civil infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the review of engineering drawings and specifications.
• Support construction field activities, including:
• • Site observations
  • Documentation
  • Coordination with construction inspectors
• Help organize and maintain contract documentation, including:
• Requests for Information (RFIs)
• • Submittals
  • Change orders
  • As-built drawings
  • Other project records
• Attend construction meetings and prepare meeting notes.
• Provide general administrative and technical support to the construction management team as needed.

Required Experience

Required:

• Currently enrolled as a student intern pursuing studies in an engineering-related field.
• Ability to perform site visits at active construction sites and comply with safety requirements.
• Basic exposure to or understanding of engineering and construction concepts through coursework.

Preferred:

• Academic or practical exposure to:
• • Construction management practices
  • Capital infrastructure projects
  • Contract administration processes
• Prior internship, coursework projects, or lab work related to civil or environmental engineering is beneficial but not mandatory.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles, including:
• • Construction materials
  • Construction methods
  • Industry terminology
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with standard computer and office software applications.
• Basic analytical skills to identify discrepancies or issues during construction observations.
• Understanding of construction documentation processes (RFIs, submittals, change orders).

Soft Skills:

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail, especially in documentation and site observations.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with engineers, inspectors, and project teams.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE).

Education / Certifications

Education (Required):

• Pursuing a degree in one of the following fields:
• • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
• No certifications are required for this intern role.

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age