Intern (Engineering)

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Intern (Engineering)

Salary

$21.00 Hourly

Location

Chino CA 91708, CA

Job Type

Part-Time Temporary

Job Number

085 23 24 20000133

Division\Department

Engineering Department

Opening Date

05/07/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

THE POSITION:



THE OPPORTUNITY:
College students are encouraged to apply!
Do you enjoy utilizing creative thinking and out of the box thinking while working on complex projects? Are you interested in doing meaningful work to implement solutions and designs for complex projects such as state of the art wastewater treatment, renewable energy and water resources for an organization that is recognized for leadership in technology and water management? If so, the Inland Empire Utilities Agency has an exciting opportunity for you as an Intern!

The Agency's internships are meant to be a positive experience that allows for your personal growth and development. We are an ideal place for you to ask questions and learn essential job functions that will prepare you for success in your career. 

This internship is perfect for you if you...
  • Enjoy working with others to create solutions.
  • Would like to learn more about the water industry and its impact on the community.
  • Are seeking to gain hands on experience in a fast-paced environment.
  • Have a desire to create positive change throughout the region.
  • Value a flexible work schedule.

The Inland Empire Utilities Agency’s Engineering and Construction Management Department implements projects in wastewater, water, recycled water and renewable energy in order to enhance and preserve the quality of life throughout the region. The Agency is a regional wastewater treatment agency and wholesale distributor of imported water serving approximately 935,000 people over 242 square miles in western San Bernardino County. Over 300 personnel contribute to the success of the Agency. The Agency owns and/or operates, and maintains 5 water recycling facilities, 160 miles of sewer collection system, a potable water facility, 19 supply water well sites, 4 sewage lift stations, a recycled water distribution and storage system, 19 groundwater recharge sites, a 400,000-square foot indoor composting facility, and a 66,000 square foot Headquarters building. 




This position is open until filled. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment.  This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.

There are four (4) internship opportunities in the Engineering Department.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill four (4) vacancies and will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list. 
 
FLSA: Non-Exempt
 
Internships are limited to 25 hours week and 960 hours per fiscal year
(July 1st to June 30th)

Candidates with majors that match the current needs of the Engineering Department will be given preference for interviews. Preference will be given to current college students.

Note:  Internship are not meant to be short term, for example, limited to summer, winter and/or spring breaks.  Individuals interested in short term internships will not be considered.

Work schedule is estimated to be approximately 10 to 20 hours a week;
Office Hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
 
The successful candidate will be part of a team on various types of wastewater, recycled water, and energy projects. This position will provide the candidate with the opportunity to be involved with projects from design through construction, visit job sites, shadow project managers, assist in project budget tasks, and gain experience with working with design engineers, consultants, and contractors.
 
The ideal candidate will have Junior level standing with major course work in Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Management Technology, or another related discipline (civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, or similar). The desired candidate will be a self-starting individual who is eager to assume responsibilities and has experience using CAD/GIS, advanced computer skills using Microsoft Suite, on-line and web-based research experience, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
 
Intern staff work flexible hours as established by his/her respective supervisor.  While the Agency is flexible and will strive to work around an intern's schedule, an intern's work hours will vary and be mutually agreeable between the intern and his/her supervisor. Timeliness and punctuality are key attributes of an ideal candidate.


EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

May include, but are not limited to the following:
 
Work directly under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
 
Support Project Managers, Construction Project Managers, and Professional Engineers in various types of projects ranging from pre-design to construction closeout.
 
Perform technical evaluations on water and wastewater systems.
 
Review and comment on project control documents and project design drawings.
 
Compile data or materials, create spreadsheets, and prepare reports, manuals, publications, and recommendations relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
 
Perform research, budget tracking, and project administrative assignments.
 
Perform other related duties as required.


QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES:

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
 
Graduation or current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies in an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Construction Management Technology, or closely related field.
 
Current enrollment in undergraduate or graduate studies is preferred.

Attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel are critical. 

INELIGIBILITY: 

Individuals that are a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), are ineligible for Intern positions with IEUA.


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
A valid class "C" California driver's license.
 
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic procedures involved in the following areas: design and construction engineering; construction techniques, practices and inspection criteria as related to plan reviews; operating policies and departmental organization structures; design and construction drafting techniques, terminology and equipment, including CAD and GIS; building codes and industrial safety regulations; standards for public works construction and traffic safety; nomenclature, symbols and techniques of mapping and surveying; engineering mathematics, including trigonometry; standard business English.

ABILITY TO:
Operate office equipment including a computer and applicable software; communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; understand and follow verbal and written instructions; analyze data, situations and research materials; formulate options and make recommendations; make quantity mathematical calculations and prepare estimates; and establish effective working relationships. 


SELECTION PROCESS:

All employment applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job-related qualifications. Applicants with the strongest background relating to the responsibilities of this position will be invited to participate in the testing process which may include one or more of the following: written test, oral interview, performance/practical examination. The successful candidate will be required to pass a background/reference check and pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen (for safety sensitive position) at no cost to the candidate. Please visit our website at www.ieua.org and select the Human Resources Department for additional information regarding the Agency, the hiring process and benefit information.
 
Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (909) 993-1640 or hrdept@ieua.org at least 72 hours in advance of the need for accommodation.
 
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
 
 "The Agency's success is obtained by creating a positive and diverse work environment which recognizes individual differences and experiences".

Interns are not eligible for Agency benefits.

01
I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education (including high school information regardless of any additional higher education), Employment History (including salary, contact information, reason for leaving and gaps in employment greater than three months), Certificates & Licenses, and Supplemental Questions sections of my application, as applicable. This includes a detailed description of all work experience for the last ten years, if applicable. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions.
  • Yes
  • No
02
I understand that failure to provide sufficient information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions.
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Check the type of driver's license you possess. Note: For out-of-state applicants, a valid driver's license is required and a valid California Class "C" driver's license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
  • Class C
  • Class B
  • Class A
  • Out of State
  • I have no driver's license, California or otherwise
05
Have you graduated from high school or obtained your GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Which option below best describes your highest level of education? (NOTE: You will be required to verify your education level if you continue in the selection process.)
  • Some high school
  • High school or G.E.D.
  • Some college
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Doctorate degree
  • None
07
Have you graduated from college or currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies in an accredited college or university with major course work in Engineering, Construction Management Technology, or closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Please select your major:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Construction Management
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Other
09
If you selected other in the question above, please state your major here:
10
Tell us the reason you are interested in this internship and if selected, what you expect to gain from the experience. Incomplete answers such as "see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration.
11
The person in this position must manage multiple assignments and conflicting priorities with the pressure of short, demanding deadlines in a fast paced environment. Please give clear examples of your experience with (a) managing multiple assignments; and (b) meeting deadlines. Incomplete answers such as "see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration.
12
This position requires a high level of experience using a personal computer. Describe your overall computer skills and include the software [and version] you have used and briefly give an example of projects and/or responsibilities using these applications. Incomplete answers such as "see resume" or similar language will remove you from further consideration.
13
Which one of the following best describes your proficiency level with Microsoft Outlook? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels.)
  • No Experience
  • I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below
  • BASIC: Compose email messages; send and respond to messages; organize email into folders; create contact information; schedule appointments; schedule meetings, manage tasks and notes.
  • INTERMEDIATE: Set calendar options; sort, find and filter messages; create distribution lists; share and delegate folder access; customize toolbar, menu bar, quick access tool bar and the To-Do bar; customize message options; assign, reply and track tasks; create public folders and send and post information.
  • ADVANCED: Personalize with stationary and themes; create signatures; configure email security settings; group items and create search folders; apply conditional formatting; manage data files; create mail merge using contacts; archive messages.
14
Which one of the following best describes your proficiency level with Microsoft PowerPoint? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels.)
  • No Experience
  • I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below
  • BASIC: Create slides, save, preview basic presentations; create title and bullet slides, select templates; insert tables, edit selected text, use auto correct; change font appearance and bullets; highlight text; format paragraphs with borders, shading and styles; insert ClipArt and WordArt; use slide show options, run manual and animated slide shows; print handout pages and speaker notes.
  • INTERMEDIATE: Create templates and use design templates; use outline view; insert headers and footers, drawn objects and drawing tools, graphics, transitions, animation, and multimedia by adding movies and sound; create comments and use notes; create charts using Microsoft Excel; use hyperlinks and create interactive objects.
  • ADVANCED: Create and edit macros; modify master slides, handouts, and notes; use custom slide shows, record presentations, modify slide show setup; create slides from outlines and send slides to Microsoft Word; insert smart art, forms, zoom, and actions; customize PowerPoint toolbars and automate the slide production; create online meetings and broadcast presentations.
15
Which one of the following best describes your proficiency level with Microsoft Word? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels.)
  • No Experience
  • I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the Basic level below
  • BASIC: Create, save, preview and print a basic document; edit selected text; change font appearance; highlight text; format paragraphs with tabs, borders, shading and styles; page setup, use auto correct.
  • INTERMEDIATE: Insert graphic objects and visual effects to a document; add tables to a document or convert tables to text; add watermarks, borders, headers and footers; use the word look up (thesaurus, dictionary); customize tables and charts; modify pictures in document; create customized graphic elements; use templates; Insert content using quick parts; control text flow; perform mail merge function; insert cover pages and table of contents; track changes and comments; add hyperlinks.
  • ADVANCED: uses macros for tasks; insert bookmarks, footnotes and endnotes; cross-references and citations; link documents to excel worksheets; send document to PowerPoint; merge documents; redaction function; hide text; add digital signature, restrict access and use passwords; create, protect and automate forms.
16
Which one of the following best describes your proficiency level with Microsoft Excel? (To qualify for the Intermediate level, you must also be able to perform the functions at the Basic level; to qualify for the Advanced level, you must also be able to perform the functions at Basic and Intermediate levels.)
  • No Experience
  • I do not have enough skills to meet the definition of the basic level below.
  • BASIC: Create basic worksheets; create basic formulas; use basic functions; modify and format a worksheet; print workbooks.
  • INTERMEDIATE: Use advanced formulas; organize tables and worksheets; create and modify charts; analyze data using Pivot tables and Pivot Charts; insert and modify graphic objects in a worksheet.
  • ADVANCED: Create and edit macros; conditional formatting; apply data validation criteria; able to protect, share and merge files; trace cells and troubleshoot formula errors; uses data list outline; consolidate data and link workbooks; export and import text files and XML data.
17
Please indicate your work availability Monday-Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
18
I understand that communications to me regarding this recruitment will be communicated by email, and that I will need to monitor my inbox/spam/junk email folder regularly to ensure that I do not miss any relevant communication.
  • Yes
  • No
19
I hereby understand and declare that the statements on this supplemental questionnaire are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. As applicable, I hereby authorize the Agency and/or designees to contact the references listed to verify the information I have supplied. I hereby release from liability all persons and organizations furnishing such information. I understand that the Agency reserves the right to validate information received on the supplemental questionnaire and that I will be subject to disqualification and/or termination if any statement in this supplemental questionnaire is found to be untrue or determined to be misleading.
  • Yes
  • No

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