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Engineering Co-op/Intern

City of Waukesha

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Location: Waukesha, WI
Type: Internship
Posted: 03/03/2023
Deadline to Apply: Open - no deadline given by employer
Payrate: $16.00 per hour

The City of Waukesha, Department of Public Works, Engineering Division, is seeking innovative Civil engineering students to assist with design, development and construction of a wide range of municipal projects from conception through to completion. Co-ops and Interns work side-by-side with project managers, engineers and technicians on real world projects. You will fine tune your problem-solving abilities and develop technical skills through fun and challenging project assignments.

Our job tasks are diverse, depending on our current projects. On any given day our co-op and intern students could be working on the following types of activities:

  • roadway design
  • utility design (stormwater, sanitary)
  • site layout (playgrounds, parks and trails)
  • topographic survey
  • survey staking
  • construction inspection

While working on these fun projects you will receive extensive training and mentorship throughout.

Available Terms:      

Intern Terms – Summer 2023

Co-op Terms – Summer 2023, Fall 2023 or Spring 2024, Summer 2024

**other terms can be considered

 Skills/Qualifications:

  • Current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to expand and improve problem solving skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
  • Reliable and dependable
  • Excellent driving record with a valid driver’s license
  • Knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D preferred, but not required
  • Negative result on pre-employment testing

Application Instructions:

Interested students should submit their resume and cover letter to:

Kristine Walker
Engineering Tech Supervisor
City of Waukesha
kwalker@waukesha-wi.gov