Job Location : Ankeny,IA, USA
The City of Ankeny is seeking a highly motivated student to complete a summer internship with the City's Public Works - Stormwater & Environmental Department.
The compensation rate is set at $19.00 per hour, 40 hours per week for 13 weeks, mid-May to mid-August. Pre-employment drug screen and background check is required.
Deadline to apply is Sunday, January 26, 2025. Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed cover letter and resume at www.ankenyiowa.gov/jobs. or QR Code below.
* Conduct field inspections for erosion control practices and document field observations.
* Investigate suspected illicit discharges to the storm sewer system.
* Complete field observations and record attributes of stormwater infrastructure.
* Assist with surface water quality sampling.
* Perform a variety of environmental and/or engineering duties on routine or minor projects.
* Inspect projects for maintenance work required and assist staff with minor maintenance.
* All applicants who are pursuing an associate or bachelor degree and recent graduates will be considered; however, preference will be given to students majoring in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field who have completed their freshman year or higher.
* Knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.) and be capable of working with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other engineering automation tools is a plus.
REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be at least 18 years old.
* Shall possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Works in office environment.
* Works in field environment.
* Climbs and walks over uneven terrain.
* Performs outside work in all kinds of weather conditions