Engineering Intern/COOP Salary $16.82 Hourly
Location Savannah, GA Job Type Intern Job Number 202300663 Department ENGINEERING Opening Date 02/26/2026 Closing Date 3/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Benefits Questions
Discover the best of suburban and urban living in Chatham County, Coastal Georgia. This welcoming community offers an excellent balance for living, working, and enjoying life. As the fifth-oldest county in Georgia and the largest outside of Atlanta, Chatham County has a lot to offer. Youll love our beautiful riverfront, which includes the city of Savannah and a three-mile beach on Tybee Island.
Chatham County Government is supported by over 2,100 diverse team members across 40 departments, all dedicated to serving the county. We draw talent nationwide by providing outstanding benefits, competitive salaries, and growth opportunities. Join Team Chatham today!
Description (COOP Opportunity) COOP opportunity available if enrolled in a school with a Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technician COOP program.
Join the dynamic team in the Chatham County Engineering Department! We currently have two temporary positions available for Engineering Interns or COOP students. If youre enrolled in a Civil Engineering program, seize this opportunity to work alongside Professional Engineers, and develop valuable skills in a supportive environment. Apply now to be part of our innovative projects and collaborative work culture!
Examples of Duties Under the direction of Professional Engineers, you will:
Minimum Qualifications Current college or university enrollment in a Civil Engineering program with an emphasis in Transportation, Environmental, or Hydrology; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience.
During emergencies and disasters affecting Chatham County, you may be required to report to work as part of a disaster operations team. In accordance with the Department of Transportation, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) holders and those employed in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing.
Candidates with direct and relevant experience may receive an offer of up to 10% above the minimum salary that is posted, reflecting their exceptional qualifications.
Chatham County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, or military/veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This position is not eligible for benefits.
01 The information provided in your application must support your selected answers to the following supplemental questions. Information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.
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02 Are you currently enrolled in a college or university Civil Engineering program with an emphasis in Transportation, Environmental, or Hydrology?
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03 Please choose which option you are most interested in.
Limited Summer Internship COOP - My college/university has a COOP program. I am interested in both.
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Employer Chatham County Government Address 123 Abercorn St Savannah, Georgia, 31401 Phone 912-652-7964 Website https://chathamcountyga.gov