Downers Grove, IL – Seasonal Engineering Interns

Seasonal Engineering Interns

The Village of Downers Grove is currently accepting applications for multiple Seasonal Engineering Interns in the Public Works and Community Development Departments.

ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

The Village of Downers Grove is currently accepting applications for two (2) full-time seasonal Engineering Interns in the Engineering Department

Major Duties and Functions:
– Under direct supervision, assist in construction project layout and staking for various capital projects within the Village.
– Assist in the maintenance of daily project log, quantity documentation, and computing operations involved in the implementation of capital construction projects.
– Assist in field inspections and gathering field data related to paving and repaving of streets, replacement of sidewalks and installation of water and storm utilities.
– Perform occasional office engineering work as required.
– This job is predominantly performed on active construction sites with extreme weather and uneven terrain.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old at the time of application, must have a GED or high school diploma, with an interest or college major in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Computer skills, including Word and Excel, are required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Schedule: This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week. The schedule is approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., to be determined by the Engineering Department. The duration of the internship is approximately three (3) months. Must be available to work occasional weekend and evening hours.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

The Village of Downers Grove is currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time seasonal Development Engineer Intern in the Community Development Department.

Major Duties and Functions:
– Under direct supervision of the Development Engineer, assist with residential and commercial site development permit reviews, site inspections, erosion and sediment control inspections.
– Respond to phone calls from residents and contractors.
– Perform office engineering work, including scanning and filing of plans/documents.
– Other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old at the time of application, must have a GED or high school diploma, with an interest or college major in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. Computer skills, including Word and Excel, are required. ArcGIS experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.

<b>Schedule:</b> This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week. The schedule is approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., to be determined by the Community Development Department. The duration of the internship is approximately three (3) months.

Salary: The starting salary is $17.00 per hour.

APPLY NOW! Interested applicants can apply by clicking the “Apply for Job” button below. Only online applications will be accepted, except for reasonable accommodations. Position open until filled.

The Village of Downers Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information or assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department at (630) 434-5500.