City Of Fort Wayne - Fort Wayne, IN

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Intern
Fort Wayne, IN
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The City of Fort Wayne is seeking an enthusiastic intern to join the City Utilities Engineering Department. This internship offers a unique opportunity to work under the direct supervision of experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in both office and field settings. Interns will be immersed in the workings of Fort Wayne's Utility system, which includes storm and sanitary collection, water distribution, energy and sustainable infrastructure, treatment facilities, dams, and reservoirs. The role is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the engineering processes involved in municipal utilities, while also adhering to the City and Utility's safety rules and operating regulations. Interns will engage in a variety of tasks that require good judgment, independence, initiative, and professional expertise. Responsibilities will include field reconnaissance to gather data on existing equipment, verifying plans and specifications against field conditions, and preparing preliminary reports. Interns will also participate in process improvement and optimization projects, contributing to efforts aimed at enhancing the sustainability of Utility projects and programs. The ability to manage multiple projects and tasks effectively is essential, as priorities may shift based on project needs. In addition to technical skills, the intern will be expected to interact with the public, City incumbents, and outside agencies with professionalism and respect. This position is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, particularly those with an interest in Environmental Engineering related to water and wastewater facilities. The internship will not only enhance technical knowledge but also provide valuable experience in communication and teamwork within a diverse office environment.

Responsibilities

  • Field reconnaissance for purposes of gathering data on existing equipment
  • Verifying plans and specifications against field conditions
  • Preliminary report preparation including taking an infrastructure or process issue at a facility, researching options, conducting meetings, and presenting alternatives and recommendations for a project
  • Participate in process improvement and optimization projects and programs
  • Participate in efforts to improve sustainability of Utility projects and programs
  • Ability to shift focus between multiple projects or tasks as priorities are identified
  • Surveying assistance for field verification of engineering projects
  • Data collection used for planning activities or design
  • Assist Engineer in field verifications and data collection used for planning activities or design
  • Assistance to design engineers for planning, design and specification writing
  • Perform Asset data collection and tracking
  • General research, data tracking systems, filing systems and other miscellaneous assignments as needed

Requirements

  • Pursuing an engineering degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
  • Minimum two years of college completed
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical information, financial reports, and legal documents
  • Ability to communicate effectively in order to manage staff and represent the water capacity development program at various meetings
  • Ability to comprehend and apply principles of algebra and trigonometry
  • Student of calculus and higher math
  • Ability to define unprecedented problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form

Nice-to-haves

  • Interest in Environmental Engineering (Water and Wastewater facilities)

Benefits

  • Pay Rate: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
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