Job Summary
This is a paid intern position with the Shelby County Highway Department. The applicant must be a current college student majoring Engineering, preferably Civil. This position will assist engineering and inspection staff across our Highway, Bridge, and Land Development groups with tasks related to the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of Shelby County’s transportation network.
- Assists with construction inspection of highway paving & striping, bridge construction, access improvements, and construction of residential subdivisions.
- Assists with preparing quantities and pay estimates.
- Assists with review of construction plans for subdivisions and proposed developments.
- Assists with pre-construction research, design, and computer aided drafting for construction and repair projects.
- Assists with data collection, field work and surveying for project development.
- Participates in plan reviews and meetings.
- Performs research related to right-of-way, storm drainage and flood data, traffic studies, and other highway data.
- Creates and maintains spreadsheets, reports and databases and ensures accuracy.
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervision.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be a current undergraduate or graduate college student. Preference for a graduate or undergraduate Engineering student.
- Valid Driver's License
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- The successful candidate will be detail oriented, able to follow directions, and a self-starter.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work will be performed in both the office and in the field, including on construction sites. Some exposure to dust, fumes and construction noise may be required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work is primarily light in nature and consists of sitting, walking, standing, bending and carrying.
Conditions of Job Offer and Employment
EXAMINATIONS
No written or performance examination will be required for this position. Applicants are screened and certified based on an evaluation of their education, training, experience and other requirements as outlined in this Position Announcement and denoted on their Job Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT/POST OFFER DRUG SCREEN AND BACKGROUND CHECK
Shelby County is committed to providing and maintaining a drug-free environment. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants are required to pass a drug test conducted at a test site designated by Shelby County.
Shelby County, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
