Municipal Services Engineering Internship

Baxter & Woodman - Naperville, IL

Full-time - Intern

Remote - Naperville, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Municipal Services Engineering Internship at Baxter & Woodman offers a unique opportunity for students pursuing a degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering. This internship provides hands-on experience in various engineering tasks, allowing interns to work closely with experienced professionals while contributing to real projects in the field of municipal services.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop engineering solutions with Baxter & Woodman staff.
• Assist with field assignments such as construction inspection.
• Prepare plans and specifications for small projects under the supervision of a project manager.
• Develop grant and loan applications under the direction of a grant lead.
• Create database entries for various funding programs.
• Assist with rate study spreadsheet and cost development.
• Support risk and resiliency reporting for various municipalities.
• Review development plans for compliance with local requirements, including stormwater management and transportation aspects.
• Assist with preparation, documentation, and improvement of processes and procedures.
• Prepare written reports as required by local municipalities and internal project managers.
• Provide general municipal engineering services.
• Prepare and submit permits for local municipal projects.

Requirements

• Ongoing pursuit of a 4-year degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0.
• Ability to work with local government staff and officials.
• Ability to work cooperatively with internal and external personnel.
• Ability to travel throughout Northeastern Illinois (own transportation).
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial planning program
• Life and disability insurance
• Tax savings plans
• Accident, cancer, and critical illness coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• 401k plans
• Employee Stock Ownership program