Summer Engineering Intern

Salary: $20.34 - $25.76 Hourly
Location : Bemidji, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Division: Engineer
Opening Date: 02/17/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of engineering related work for public works construction projects and programs.

This position is a paid internship with the City. It is expected to be filled from May-August 2026, and the intern will work up to 40 hours a week.

Supervision Received

• Works under the general guidance and direction of the Public Works Director/City Engineer and may receive work direction from Engineering Technician I or Engineering Technician II.

Supervision Exercised

• None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Assists in preparing engineering and construction project plans and specifications, and other project development activities as assigned.
• Inspects public works construction projects to ensure conformance with design specifications.
• Assists in the City's MS4 Program and construction site inspections, as needed.
• Assists in surveying project sites to obtain project-related data and information and/or assists with construction survey with engineering technician guidance, as needed.
• Assists in the maintenance of engineering and infrastructure records, and in the preparation of as-built plans for infrastructure improvements as assigned.

Peripheral Duties

• Provides assistance to other Public Works divisions as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent; and
• Must be a student currently enrolled in a four (4) year Civil Engineering program, two (2) year Civil Engineering Technology program, or closely related field.

Necessary Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of engineering, public works and/or construction principles, practices and methods.
• Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment as assigned.
• Ability to prepare, organize and maintain engineering field data; ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with contractors, property owners, employees, the general public; ability to establish effective working relationships with contractors, City personnel and the general public.

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Must be physically capable of moving about on construction work sites.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Tools & Equipment Used

• Personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and computer-aided-design software; standard drafting tools; surveying equipment including level, electronic distance measuring device; pipe locator; engineering calculator; motor vehicle; phone; mobile radio.
• Appropriate and/or required PPE will be provided by the City (hardhat, safety vest, etc.).

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed in both office and field settings. Some outdoor work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites, or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth…