Job Description

Architectural & Engineering Co-op intern(s) will be utilizing knowledge that they learn in school to assist Architects and Engineers in providing project management services to the He Health and Human Services (HHS) team and its client agencies. The HHS team manages all of the Capital Improvement Projects for the Health Centers, Libraries, Fleet Garages, and Residential Shelters. The project managers for the HHS team act as planners, designers and construction managers of capital improvement projects. The Architectural/or Engineering Co improvement projects. The Architectural/or Engineering Co- op will work directly with the HHS team project managers in bringing our client needs into reality. This internship will provide a Co op will work directly with the HHS team project managers in bringing our client needs into reality. This internship will provide a Co-op with a complete overview of all aspects of public works design and construction from initial conceptual planning to final construction and move-in by our client agencies. Tasks may include design studies of building improvements. Prepare schematic, preliminary, and final design drawings. Conduct inspection of construction work. Perform interior building surveys and existing buildings. Preparation of budgets, cost estimates, reviewing drawings, and construction documents, meeting with clients, design professionals, contractors, and other city agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Basic computer skills (Word and Excel).
• AUTOCAD
• Microsoft Access is preferred but not required
• Good communication skills are necessary.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required
• Minimum of 20hrs/wk required
• Position can last up to 9months

Qualifications

Coursework in architectural / engineering and construction documentation

Level(s) of Experience Sought:

• No minimum required work experience.
• Required Education – Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Business, Engineering, Architecture and Construction Management

Additional Information

Compensation: $15-$17/hr commensurate with expereince

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to pchr@ phila.gov. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website at: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations The successful candidate must reside in the City of Philadelphia or establish primary residence in the City of Philadelphia within 6 months of employment.