Job Description

The candidate selected will provide support to engineers, landscape architects, city planners, and scientists in the GSI Unit. Typical tasks and responsibilities are varied and may include project management support, budget and schedule tracking, writing or proofreading guidance and manuals, checking engineering cost estimates and calculations, reviewing design drawings at different phases prepared by consultants in AutoCAD, communicating with construction inspectors, documenting GSI projects in active construction, data entry/analysis/visualization, and research into new engineering materials and techniques.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This internship position will provide you with the opportunity to:

• Gain first-hand experience in implementing a billion-dollar sustainable engineering initiative from conception to completion

• Gain exposure to many different groups at PWD, including GSI Planning, Compliance Assurance, Environmental Restoration, Construction, Maintenance, and Monitoring

• Help improve the quality of rivers and streams and create green spaces in the City of Philadelphia

• Work collaboratively with dedicated professionals and other student employees

• Grow your technical understanding of engineering and design principles to enhance your future career.

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Preferred Majors –

Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Environmental Science, Geosciences

WORK-LIFE

This is a full-time summer internship position, with the possibility of being extended. Schedules will be determined during the interview process, candidates can work up to 37.5 hrs a week. The position may require candidates to work hybrid schedules, which means in-person and remote workdays.

Qualifications

Experience in the areas below is a plus

• Classes in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, project management, landscape design, and/or site design preferred. Candidates should have an interest in green stormwater infrastructure. Must have the willingness to learn new software and spend time in the field. AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, PDF Editing Programs, basic GIS, and/or database experience are a plus.

Must be an active college student to work as an intern for PWD.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: INTERESTED CANDIDATES MUST SUBMIT A RESUME.

Hourly Range: $18 - $20 

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 faqpchr@phila.gov.

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