Engineering Intern

Who we are

As part of Nexus Water Group the Fairbanks Sewer & Water is comprised of Utility Services of Alaska, Inc., Golden Heart Utilities, and College Utilities Corp.

Overview

The Fairbanks Sewer & Water team has an opportunity for an Engineering Intern. The Engineering Intern assists with basic site surveying and inspections related to ongoing construction projects. Additionally, the intern will assist in archiving and cataloging engineering drawings, field notes, and other documents. The intern may also be asked to perform basic engineering analysis and calculations using a variety of methods.

Work Hours and Schedule

This position is based in Fairbanks, AK. Schedule is Monday - Friday on site.

What You'll do

• Perform basic engineering analysis and calculations.
• Assist engineering staff with basic site surveying and site inspections.
• Expediting/assisting with clerical and support tasks as assigned.
• Producing engineering reports documenting analyses performed.

What You'll bring

Education and License

• Acceptance into a Bachelor of Science Engineering degree program
• Recent graduates are eligible to apply within one year of their graduation.
• Alaska Driver's License

Nice to Have

• Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering major preferred
• Completion of 2^nd year of college at an accredited institution preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to efficiently use MS Word/Excel and AutoCAD.
• Able to work well in a fast paced, high-energy environment.
• Able to work independently and have a positive attitude.
• Ability to use AutoCAD is preferred.

Working Environment

• Normal office conditions prevail for a majority of internship.
• May visit construction sites, undeveloped areas and potential project locations on military installations in Alaska.
• The work can involve sitting for extended periods at a work station, some walking and occasional lifting to approximate a 40-pound box.
• Occasionally works in industrial locations that are noisy, dusty, and have strong odors.

About Our Company

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state, or local law.

We are an E-Verify participating employer.

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