Civil Engineer Intern

The Town of Erie is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate or graduate-level Civil Engineer Intern to join the Engineering division within the Public Works Department in the summer of 2026!

This temporary, paid internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Civil Engineering while working under the guidance of experienced Engineering staff. The intern will support various projects, including construction support, attending project meetings, public engagement, program monitoring, and other engineering-related tasks.

The internship is a temporary position that is expected to run from mid-May to mid-August 2026, with the potential for extension based on department needs. A minimum commitment of 20 hours per week is required, anticipated to be 40 hours per week. This position may require both office and/or field presence and may be eligible for college credit. All staff are expected to adhere to the Town’s mission, vision and values of T.R.U.E.

The anticipated start date will be in the month of May 2026

Anticipated Work Schedule:

• Town Hall is open between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. A minimum commitment of 20 hours per week is required, anticipated to be 40 hours per week. This position may require both office and/or field presence.
• This position is eligible to work remotely one to two days per week dependent upon successful completion of the probationary period and supervisor approval. Schedule may vary depending on specific needs.
• Must be able to work on-call schedule as assigned and understands the On-Call policy for the department.

Work Location:

• Town Hall – 645 Holbrook St, Erie CO 80516

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Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. Cover Letter – Outline your passion for public works & engineering, relevant skills, interest in public sector work, and what you hope to gain from the internship.
2. Resume – Highlight your education, experience, and applicable skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Typical duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain records and file documents in compliance with Town policies.
• Support engineering staff with inquiries.
• Perform fieldwork as needed, including site visits and documentation.
• Attend meetings at the Town, County, and Regional levels, including some outside typical office hours.
• Coordinate with other Town departments, including Parks & Recreation, Police, and Environmental Services, on specific projects.
• Collaborate with the Communications & Community Engagement Department and assist with public outreach and information.
• Perform other engineering -related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in, or graduation from, an undergraduate/graduate program with coursework in Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering or a related field.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiar in relevant software, ArcGIS, Microsoft Word/Excel, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Flexibility and a willingness to engage in diverse engineering projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Expectations:

• Opportunity for remote work with a requirement of being in-office a minimum of 3 days a week, dependent on business needs.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely if required to be out in the field within Erie, to perform the duties of the position.  A motor vehicle record will be pulled through the post-offer background check, and annually thereafter.

Accommodations:

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Risk Management and Recruitment at RiskManagement@erieco.gov and Recruitment@erieco.gov.

Benefits:    

All intern/temporary employees receive the following benefits:    

• Free membership to the Erie Community Center    
• Access to the Town's Employee Assistance Program (EAP)    
• Colorado Sick Leave (1 hour of accrued, paid leave per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year)   
• Childcare benefits, including 10% discount to any KinderCare location in Colorado 

EEOC Statement:

The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes.  Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.