Engineer - Summer Intern; IN, South Bend

SALARY

up to $20.00 per hour

The Department of Public Works builds the foundation for a thriving city by providing essential services that enhance the community’s quality of life. Engineering, being a division of Public Works, oversees the development, design, construction management, and inspection for a wide range of public works and capital improvement projects throughout the City.

Engineering Interns will work in a collaborative environment with the City of South Bend Engineering team on tasks including planning, design, asset management, data analysis, fieldwork, and engineering inspection for various Public Works projects. The program provides participants with the opportunity to collaborate in small teams, addressing complex community challenges by applying technical expertise, analytical reasoning, and empathetic problem‑solving approaches.

As a leader and employee of the City of South Bend, you are called upon to serve in a manner that supports Our Core Values:
Excellence, Accountability, Innovation, Inclusion, and Empowerment as you carry out our primary employee expectations:
Champion Values & Organizational Pride, Champion Operational Excellence, Make Sound Decisions, Embrace Coaching and Accountability, Communicate with Excellence, Value Diverse People and Perspectives, Embrace Personal Development, Exhibit a Positive Attitude and Own Your Health, Wellness & Safety.

Not applicable.

Engineering Interns will work on a short list of main projects over the summer with a team of 2 other interns, mentored by City staff. In addition to the main project, other daily tasks may be assigned, including but not limited to:

• Perform GIS data collection to further inventory and manage the Department of Public Works assets.
• Perform field inspections of existing street conditions, signage, sewer and water utilities, curb and sidewalk condition, stormwater infrastructure, etc.
• Compile research related to engineering planning, design projects, industry standards, and guidance documents.
• Assist with the development of plans and specifications related to capital improvement projects.
• Perform construction observation and inspection.
• Research state and local regulations.
• Gain experience toward a career as a professional engineer.

• Perform other duties and assumes other responsibilities as apparent or as delegated.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in good standing working toward a degree in Engineering, preferably Civil, Environmental, or similar program.

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and check the quality of own work.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to use sound judgment.
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively which includes planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to details in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate on and off a project meeting or construction site.

• Valid Drivers License

Vehicle, computer, telephone, and copier

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, walk, talk, and hear. The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work is performed in a standard office setting, in the field, and virtual pending the environment of the summer office setting.

Some exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Work environment is both formal and informal, team oriented, having variable tasks, pace, and pressure.

• Pre‑employment drug screen, Background check, Valid Drivers license.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer