Job Overview The Opportunity: The City of El Cajon is seeking a Student Intern to provide assistance on a variety of projects in the Engineering Services Department. Intern assignments are at-will, part-time/seasonal/temporary positions for active students. As such, work hours are limited to no more than 999 hours in a Fiscal Year. There are two options for the internship position: * Paid Internship - Provides students with work experience in their field of study (will not receive college credit) * Unpaid Internship - May satisfy internship program requirements (such as college credits) Function: Under direct supervision, to assist in assigned departmental activities related to the operations of the Engineering Services department. Duties may vary widely depending on the departmental needs. Typical Duties Engineering Design Assignment: * Assists Project Managers in the preparation of project contract documents (plans, specifications, and estimates); * Use of AutoCAD to prepare plans and specifications for design projects. * Use of Bluebeam software to review plans submitted by consultants; * Assist Project Managers in the inspection of existing City assets to help determine project scope of work; * Assist Project Managers in construction progress documentation including invoices, request for information, change orders, and closeout procedures; * Assist Project Managers in his/her duties through construction observation and reporting; * Interact with other City departments; * Select and apply appropriate research techniques to conduct studies and surveys; * Collect, compile, and interpret data. Engineering Traffic Assignment: * Assist in the engineering design of traffic projects, including roadway lighting, traffic signals, signage and striping plans; * Review traffic control plans and related specifications for other Engineering Services divisions; * Schedule maintenance requests of street lights repair and traffic signals; * Conduct and update inventories of traffic control devices; * Update and maintain City traffic volume counts; * Perform traffic engineering speed surveys. Qualification Guidelines Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Enrollment in a college degree program is desirable. Experience: None. Exposure to an office setting is desirable. Special Requirements: Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license with a safe driving record. Additional Information Please visit our website for the full position description: Administrative Intern This position does not receive benefits. 01 Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate? * Yes * No 02 Are you currently enrolled in an engineering college degree program? Please specify your major and/or area of emphasis. 03 Briefly describe any experience you have using AutoCAD Civil 3D. If none, please write "N/A". 04 Do you possess an Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certificate? If yes, please attach your certificate to your application. * Yes * No Required Question Agency City of El Cajon Address 200 Civic Center Way El Cajon, California, 92020 Phone 619-441-1736 Website http://www.elcajon.gov