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Engineering Intern

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Engineering Intern





Salary



$15.00 - $18.00 Hourly





Location



Boise City Hall, ID







Job Type



Intern





Job Number



23 -07415







Department



Public Works





Opening Date



01/19/2026







Closing Date



1/30/2026 12:00 PM Mountain










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Summary Statement


The public works engineering intern will gain real-world experience directly supporting the City's development, infrastructure, and stormwater team along with the greater public works engineering department. The role offers hands-on learning through site civil plan review, asset management and condition assessments, GIS map updates and development, design work, field inspections, and public outreach and education - providing exposure to both the technical and community-facing aspects of public works engineering.

Our team culture is supportive, collaborative, and fun, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and learning. Interns are encouraged to ask questions, contribute ideas, and gain hands-on experience while being guided by experienced professionals who are invested in their growth and success. This position is designated as At-Will.


Essential Functions



+ Perform assigned engineering tasks and projects under supervision to support stormwater and infrastructure programs

+ Learn and apply engineering standards, City policies, procedures, and best practices related to public works infrastructure

+ Assist with stormwater plan reviews and pipeline design tasks under guidance of engineering staff

+ Support field inspections, asset condition assessments, and data collection for stormwater infrastructure

+ Use engineering and office software such as GIS, spreadsheets, databases, and internal systems to support project work

+ Assist with data entry, documentation, record maintenance, and preparation of technical materials or reports

+ Conduct basic research related to stormwater systems, infrastructure design, and regulatory requirements

+ Support public outreach and education efforts related to stormwater and environmental protection

+ Prepare materials for meetings, presentations, and project updates

+ Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, inspectors, and other stakeholders

+ Attend meetings, trainings, site visits, and regular check-ins as required

+ Follow instructions, meet deadlines, ask questions, and apply feedback to improve technical skills

+ Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, reliability, and punctuality

+ Observe and participate in day-to-day engineering and field operations

+ Support special engineering projects and perform other duties as assigned



Requirements
+ Undergraduate or Graduate student enrolled in a college or university.
+ Proficiency in MS Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work independently with general guidelines under minimal supervision.



Working Conditions


The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and work in both office and field environments
+ Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment








19-Hour Temporary
All temporary part-time employees working less than an average of 19-hours per week are not currently eligible for benefits.

4-Month Temporary
All 4-month temporary employees working an average of 40-hours per week will accrue personal leave which can be used during employment.

8-Month Seasonal
In addition to accruing personal leave, anyone in an 8-month seasonal position working over an average of 30-hours per week is eligible for medical coverage.

9-Month Temporary
In addition to personal leave accrual and medical coverage, a position that is classified as a 9-month temporary is eligible for PERSI retirement benefits.

Please visit our website for further details www.cityofboise.org (https://hr.cityofboise.org/)




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