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Position Title:

Engineering/Architecture Intern- Seasonal

Job Description:

This job is designed to provide students with paid professional experience to further their education and training and is academically oriented for the student’s benefit. To qualify students must be enrolled in an accredited school program related to the type of work they are expected to perform. Positions will terminate upon completion of the internship period. Incumbents may deal with confidential information, which is expected to be maintained as confidential and shared only on a need-to-know basis with city employees and elsewhere when authorized by the intern’s city supervisor.

About the Position: Salt Lake City Corporation has internship opportunities with our Public Services Engineering Division’s team! The Public Services Engineering Division administers the design and procurement of construction projects funded by the City’s Capital Improvement Program, the Revenue bond, General Obligation bond, and other sources.

The interns will work with the “Architecture and Construction Engineering Services” group that focuses on design and construction administration of architecture projects and construction administration of landscape architecture projects for multiple departments within the City. The projects include various improvements to City facilities; buildings; parks; and cemetery roadways, curb and gutters and irrigation utilities – all important areas of the City’s growing infrastructure that everyone uses. Typical tasks include support to project managers, designers, or inspectors during the construction season.

Internship will begin Spring 2025. This is a seasonal position, not to exceed 6 months of employment.

Learn more about Salt Lake City's Public Services Engineering Division! (https://www.slc.gov/publicservices/working-for-public-services/)

Position Hourly Wage: $20.00/hr

Key Responsibilites:

+ Collects data and reviews research materials, determines accuracy and validity of sources and appropriateness for use.

+ May Ddesigns, develops, and conducts a variety of research projects for the architecture and construction engineering services group; determines appropriate methodologies, information sources, sampling strategies, and data-collection tools, etc.

+ Performs research activities by utilizing computer software to obtain and manipulate data.

+ Writes or drafts technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.

+ Under the guidance of the Project Manager, provide preliminary review and comment on contractor payment applications.

+ Applies standard, accepted design and construction engineering/architecture/landscape architecture principles and best practices.

+ Assist in updating city standards such as details, forms, and process.

+ Construction observation of City contracted work. Observation to determine compliance with plans and specifications.

+ Complies with city and department policies and procedures.

+ Other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university, though summer internships may not require concurrent enrollment if student is in good standing with the educational institution.

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

+ Must have good organizational and analytical skills.

+ Must have good computer skills.

Desired Qualifications:

+ An Architecture/Civil Engineer/Construction Management/Or other related field student who will complete either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited university for their field of study within the next 18 months.

+ Comfortable interacting with contractors, design consultants and the general public.

+ Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Procore, Power BI, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Excel and Word. Knowledge of these software platforms is not a requirement of the position.

+ Demonstrated community service, participation in professional or student groups.

+ Possess a valid driver license.

Working Conditions:

+ Moderate physical effort, comfortable working conditions, and handling of light weights. Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking may be required. Subject to extended exposure to computer visual display terminals. Exposure to construction sites and inherent hazards of such sites and outdoor conditions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Seasonal

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

+ 95% City-paid medical insurance

+ Dental, vision, life insurance

+ HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

+ Wellness clinic for employees & families

+ Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

+ Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

+ Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

+ Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

Thinking about applying or weighing another offer?

Use our Total Compensation Calculator (https://tools.slc.gov/totalcompensation/) to see the true value of your job offer—including salary, benefits, retirement, and more.

We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

+ 12 vacation days to start

+ 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

+ Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

+ 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

+ Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699Or email: [email protected]

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.