PART-TIME INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKSEngineering Division – Land Development
A current (dated within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles Record printout is required for this position at time of application. You can obtain a copy of your driving record at the DMV website at http://www.dmv.ca.gov. The DMV Record must be submitted at time of application.
A paid intern position is available with the Engineering Division – Land Development Section. Candidates will also be considered for open intern positions with the Engineering Division – Special Projects Section and Division of Traffic and Transportation. The position is an excellent part-time opportunity for a College Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student wishing to obtain work experience in the Civil Engineering field. This internship will involve both field and office work.
Enrichment Opportunities
- Learn basic principles and practices of civil engineering as related to land development, including the California Subdivision Map Act.
- Gain work experience and insight into local government work specific to your area of interest and educational background.
- Assist City staff on review of development projects, including design and construction inspection.
Hours: Hours are flexible; a minimum of 20 hours per week is highly desired with a maximum of 25 hours per week. The selected candidate for this position will work under the supervision of a higher-level supervisor on weekdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Essential Job Functions:(May include, but are not limited to, the following):
- Conduct record research and field investigations related to development projects.
- Compute appropriate fee calculations and review of project cost estimates.
- Create exhibits and details using GIS and/or AutoCAD.
- Review and process minor encroachment permits.
- Provide information regarding existing infrastructure to the general public at the counter, over the telephone, and by computer.
- Assist in field inspections with Public Works Construction Inspector.
- Assist Engineering staff with other duties as desired, including some administrative tasks as needed.
- Public interaction, with regards to "public service" policies. Candidate is expected to conduct him/herself in a highly professional manner at all times while representing the City.
Minimum Qualifications:
- College Junior, Senior or Graduate Student having completed at least one course in Civil Engineering.
- Positive work attitude, reliable and responsible.
- Good communication and writing skills
- Proficient computer skills with basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Access, Project and AutoCAD. GIS experience is a plus.
- Good organizational skills, detail-oriented and good record keeper.
- Interest in Civil Engineering and willingness to learn
- Willingness to travel to various sites within the City utilizing City of Sunnyvale Vehicle.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record.
APPLICATION PROCESS
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit the required application materials to the Department of Human Resources.
1) City application forms completed in full, 2) a resume and 3) a current (dated within the last 30 days) Department of Motor Vehicles driver record printout, are required. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience and/or skills relevant to this position. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the application, please do not indicate "see resume". Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page; go to Sunnyvale.ca.gov, Search: Jobs or application materials may be submitted to: Department of Human Resources, 505 West Olive Avenue, Suite 200, Sunnyvale, CA 94088. Postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. Late or incomplete applications will also not be accepted. Please submit application materials as soon as possible to be considered for this position as this job posting may close without notice.
