Intern - Civil Engineering/Civil Design Salary $15.00 Hourly
Location: PA, PA Job Type: Intern Job Number: 8431003 Department: Dept Public Works Division Engineering Opening Date: 03/04/2026 Closing Date: 5/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: 8000
Description Benefits Applicants must possess valid employment authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must have the ability to work on-site at City of Lancaster, Pennsylvania locations.
Primary Functions and Job Details The City of Lancaster Public Works Department is currently accepting resumes for a Civil Engineering/Civil Design Intern. The primary objective of this position is to assist in performing planning, technical and administrative duties for the Public Works Department. Tasks could include construction inspection, updating asset inventories, record and drawing file management.
Work Schedule 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Workday will begin between 7:00 am and 8:30 am and end between 3:30 pm and 5:00 pm, depending on department needs and assignments of the intern. Hours outside of these windows may occasionally be requested. Most work days will be 8:30 am - 5:00 pm with a 30 minute lunch break. Some field work will be required.
Internship Details This internship is expected to last for 16 weeks between the period of May 2026 and September 2026, depending on the candidates school schedule and availability. Internship may be extended into Fall 2026 (full or part-time) depending on performance of the candidate and the needs of the Public Works Department.
Typical Qualifications Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from High School or completion of a GED is required. Sophomore or Junior enrolled in an engineering or related program at an accredited college or university.
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver's License is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Knowledge of ESRI's ArcGIS software platforms including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Collector, etc. Ability to read and interpret construction plans. Knowledge and familiarity with the effective use of computers, equipment and software, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Detail oriented and able to identify work flow efficiencies. Knowledge and familiarity with AutoDesk software, such as AutoCAD, preferred.
Employer Information City of Lancaster (PA) Address: 120 N Duke St Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17608 Phone: 717-291-4719 Website: http://www.cityoflancasterpa.gov
The Shining Star of Texas!
The City of Lancaster is one of the oldest communities in North Texas. The founder of Lancaster was"Honest A" Bledsoe born in Lancaster, Garrard County, Kentucky in 1801. In 1846, he came to Texas and secured a 640-acre tract of land, one mile west of town square today. Six years later, Bledsoe surveyed and staked off the land for the town of Lancaster in 1852. Incorporated in May 1866, Lancaster was one of the first incorporated communities in Dallas County.
The City of Lancaster has a Council-Manager form of government. The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer and the City Council makes policy. The City Manager is designated by the Charter as the Chief Administrative Officer with appointing authority for positions of employment with the City and is responsible for matters and policies relations to the general welfare of all employees.