Civil Engineering Local Government Summer Program

The MORPC Local Government Summer Internship Program provides the opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to obtain practical work experience with a local government within MORPC’s 15-county region to prepare them for possible careers in public service. MORPC coordinates the recruitment and placement of students to match each host’s request; hosts make the final hiring decision and provide an hourly wage. Interns work for a host for a minimum of 16 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week for a 10- to 14-week period, which means there are both part-time and full-time positions available. The summer 2025 internship program will begin on May 13th and will end on August 15th.

Interns gain applicable knowledge to enhance classroom learning by working with current government professionals throughout Central Ohio and acquire insights into the services provided by a regional planning commission. Interns also can attend monthly commission meetings as well as special MORPC-sponsored events and are paired with a MORPC staff member to serve as their mentor during the summer internship program. Examples of Duties Previous Civil Engineering interns have gained experience using Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, Hydro CAD, Streetmix, Adobe Acrobat, FMX, and other software programs on the job. Specific past assignments include:

• Regulating private stormwater BMP (Best Management Practice) that applies to wet, dry, and bio retention basins

• Assisting in bridge overhauls, culvert installations, and road paving

• Creating site plan reviews for private housing developments

• Assisting with construction project management for capital improvement projects such as roadways, traffic signals, sidewalks, and shared-use paths

• Creating/updating paybooks and project bill of materials

• Estimating bike lanes and decorative intersection costs in addition to performing preliminary route planning Typical Qualifications Students must meet the following requirements:

• 30 hours of completed college coursework

• Interest in public service careers

• GPA 3.0 or higher (preferred)

• Legally eligible to work in the USA

• Reliable transportation to and from work

• Attend a Central Ohio college OR attend other college and have access to local housing

Supplemental Information All MORPC internships are paid! Pay ranges between $15 to $20 per hour depending on the host.

Additional benefits include practical work experience, mentorship, and exposure to services offered by a regional planning commission.

MORPC is an EOE/AAP employer. Please apply online at or you may mail a resume to:

MORPC Attn: GA-2-24/25

111 Liberty St., Suite 100

Columbus, OH 43215 No phone calls please