Engineering Intern

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Location : South Milwaukee, WI

Job Type: Seasonal/Summer Employment

Job Number: 26-04

Department: Engineering Department

Opening Date: 02/11/2026

Closing Date: 3/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Description

SUMMER 2026

$18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. M-F

This full-time (forty hour per week) temporary position could be modified down to as few as thirty-two hours per week for the right candidate, if preferred.

Preference will be given to applicants who have completed their sophomore year in an Engineering or related program.

Position will be posted until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so submit yours today!

Duties/Responsibilities

This position will assist the engineering department with civil and municipal engineering tasks, including roadway and utility construction and maintenance project inspections, various survey data gathering tasks, infrastructure asset data updates using GPS equipment and/or data entry in the City's GIS system, and many other varied engineering related tasks. The position's responsibilities and work will be performed both outside and in an office setting.

Other

Position Requirements:

Knowledge and understanding of general construction practices of municipal infrastructure including roadway and utility construction. Experience with inspection of roadway, sanitary, and storm sewer construction is preferred but not required. Applicants pursuing a bachelor's or technical degree in civil engineering, surveying, or related field are preferred.

Desire to learn and take an active role in quality assurance, inspection, and project management of City's infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation programs.

Ability to operate survey equipment including the ability to learn and operate GPS equipment.

Possession of a valid driver's license and have the ability to operate a car and work outdoors.

Knowledge and understanding of computer systems operation.

Understanding and ability to use Microsoft Office programs and GIS software.

Ability to read and understand basic computer-generated drawings. AutoCAD software knowledge is preferred but not required.

Ability to interpret, understand, and apply software manufacturers' directions for program operation and application.

Ability to perform basic math functions. Ability to calculate and enter data into software program fields.

Ability to maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.

Willingness to perform other related duties consistent with the function of the classification as assigned.

Additional Information

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Standard office equipment including calculator; copier; computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, data base applications, and related software; telephone; printers; postage meter; technical equipment including digital camera and measuring devices; use of personal protective equipment when required; motor vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; climb, balance, bend, twist and reach; feel, talk, smell, and hear (normal range in normal office environment, corrected or uncorrected); lift, carry, push or pull up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be subjected to significant time in outside working environment, exposure to seasonal heat, humidity, and cold weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate and occasionally loud.

SELECTION GUIDELINES:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required. All applicants may be required to submit to medical examination prior to appointment, consistent with the requirements of the position. Background check of local, state or federal authorities will be conducted for all applicants.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

As outlined in the annual Salary Ordinance.

The City of South Milwaukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Minority applicants and Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Temporary and substitute employees are not eligible for enrollment or participation in the City's health or dental insurance, paid time off, or other benefit programs offered to regular employees.

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Based on the job classification/ job description, do you believe that you are able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation?

Yes

No

02

Do you possess a valid Wisconsin motor vehicle operator's license with a good driving record?

Yes

No

03

Do you have reliable transportation?

Yes

No

04

Do you understand that part of the pre-employment process will include a drug and/or controlled substance screening?

Yes

No

05

Please provide some detail about the degree program in which you are currently enrolled, including how far along you are in the program.

06

How does this position, as described, relate to classes you have taken, and/or your plans for the future?

07

What would you hope to learn while in this position?

08

Please tell us about the dates of your availability this summer, including the date you'd first be able to start, the date you'd need to be done by, and any known periods where you would need to be off for other obligations.

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