ENGINEERING INTERN-NC

ENGINEERING INTERN-NC

Salary

$22.05 - $28.16 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Unclassified - Part-Time, Seasonal

Job Number

AP26-020

Department

Airport - (UC)

Opening Date

10/14/2026

Closing Date

10/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

50

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Long Beach, Airport Department has an immediate opening for an Engineering Intern (Non-Career) to support the need and development of the Engineering Division. The position will report to the Senior Civil Engineer.

Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1600 work hours over 12 months and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. Non-career employees are not typically eligible for health/dental/vision benefits; however, may be eligible for sick leave benefits.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Help generate Requests For Information (RFIs) and track approvals;
• Monitor and maintain shop drawing log and shop drawing coordination;
• Practice project control requirements;
• Keep office and jobsite plans updated with RFIs, ASIs, Bulletins, ITC's, etc.;
• Learn safety policies and procedures;
• Support overall site logistics and coordination;
• Gain an understanding of the city and jurisdictional permit inspection process;
• Prepare project photo documentation;
• Generate periodic project update reports;
• Record, distribute and monitor completion of punch list and other quality control inspections;
• Support the estimating process with quantity take-offs and unit cost analysis;
• Prepare minutes for the weekly construction meetings;
• Gain an understanding of bid form evaluations and award procedures during bidding;
• Assist in the coordination and tracking of Vendor and Subcontractor deliveries and workforce levels;
• Participate in updating the project schedule;
• Assist in compiling and verifying project closeout documentation; and,
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUCCESSUL CANIDATES WILL DEMONSTARTE:

• Developing working understanding of schedules, budgets, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, change orders and other project management tools;
• Developing working understanding of jobsite construction including coordination, schedules, quality control and safety;
• Developing skills in plan reading and working understanding of design discipline coordination, plan development, value engineering principles and methodology to incorporate ideas into the design process;
• Developing working understanding of airfield/landside construction and impacts to operations;
• Working productively with others in evaluating problems and alternatives;

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must meet one of the following options:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a major in Engineering or related fields from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.5 or higher (proof required)

OR

• Recently graduated from an undergraduate program (within one year of application submission) from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.5 or higher (proof required).
• *Recent graduates are limited to two (2) years of service in the position of Engineering Intern (Non-Career).

Selected applicants must have the ability to pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) mandated background check and maintain security clearance as required by federal law.

• Required documents, such as transcripts must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any documents submitted must contain either the applicants name or other identifying characteristics on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will either remain open until 50 applications are received or close at 11:59 PM Pacific Time on Thursday, October 28, 2026 To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination before appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact (562) 570-7126.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included. We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, promote fair and equitable employment practices, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov).

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7126.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

For technical support with your governmentjobs.com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.

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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about the qualifications of applicants for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Do you understand these instructions?

• Yes
• No

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Do you meet one of the following requirements?

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a focus/emphasis in Engineering or a closely related field with junior or senior standing
• Recently graduated from an undergraduate program (within one year of application submission) from an accredited college or university with a GPA of 2.5 or higher in Engineering or a closely related field
• I am have not recently graduated from an accredited University nor am I currently attending one.

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What is your current academic standing?

• Freshman
• Sophomore
• Junior
• Senior
• Postgraduate

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If you answered "Postgraduate", what type of postgraduate degree?

• Masters
• Doctorate
• This doesnt apply to me.

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When is your anticipated date of graduation?

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If selected, what date would you be able to start working? What days of the week and what hours would you be available? Describe any other scheduling requests or issues.

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Please describe how your education and/or experience would contribute to your ability to become a successful intern for the department.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Do you possess computer skills using Microsoft Office applications like Word, Excel and PowerPoint?

• Yes
• No

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The application process for this position requires that you attach: (1) a cover letter, (2) a resume, (3) transcripts (unofficial, scanned copies accepted), and (4) a copy of current class schedule, all in PDF format. Did you attach all four of these documents?

• Yes
• No

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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS NOTICE: I understand that required documents, such as resumes, cover letters, degrees, transcripts, certificates, or licenses, must be uploaded to my online application in PDF format at the time of filing. I also understand that any proofs submitted must contain either my name or other identifying characteristic on the form, that proof of education for degrees or units outside the United States must include proof of educational equivalency.

• Yes
• No

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CERTIFICATION STATEMENT: I hereby certify that all information provided in my online application, including the Supplemental Questionnaire, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the department may contact my current and past employers or educators to verify that I have provided in my application. I understand that any falsification or omission of material facts disqualifies me from further consideration for this recruitment. To certify the above statement, please type your full name below.

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Employer City of Long Beach

Department Airport - (UC) Address 4100 E. Donald Douglas Drive

Long Beach, California, 90808

Phone (562) 570-2600

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach