Summer Engineering Intern

City of Scottsbluff, Nebraska - Government

. Supplement classroom experience with hands-on engineering experience in the field on various highway construction projects .

Posted 10/12/2026internshipAinsworth • Nebraska • United StatesEntry Level💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates hands-on engineering experience in highway construction, effective communication, and teamwork skills while maintaining construction records using various software tools. Capable of performing physical tasks and inspections under mentorship in a civil engineering context.

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Civil Engineering MajorConstruction InspectionCADD ProficiencyEffective Communication SkillsTeamwork

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Hard Skills

Construction InspectionMaterial TestingCADD ProficiencyWord ProcessingExcel Spreadsheets

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStrong Work EthicDedicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWeb-Based ProgramsMobile Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Highway ConstructionSurvey CrewConstruction RecordsOutdoor WorkPhysical Labor

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supplement classroom experience with hands-on engineering experience in the field on various highway construction projects
Perform inspection on routine phases of construction projects under mentorship and training
Use Windows, web-based programs, computer-aided drafting and design (CADD), Microsoft Office, and mobile applications to maintain construction records and documentation
Participate as a member of a survey crew
Perform tests on construction materials
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a three-fourths time student in good standing majoring in a discipline or field related to the work to be assigned
Must be currently pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline
Civil Engineering student with relevant coursework (preferred)
Must have a valid driver’s license
Regular and reliable attendance is required
Effective communication skills
Strong work ethic, dedication and ability to work as part of a team
Must be able to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance), and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance)
Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, walk long distances, and work in outdoor temperature extremes
Must be able to work the schedule required by the hiring supervisor, including overtime and/or irregular work hours as needed
Must be able to perform routine tasks using a computer, including word processing and Excel spreadsheets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Select temporary assignments are eligible for benefits