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Public Works Engineering Internship

City of Virginia Beach, VAVirginia Beach, VA
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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Works Internship Program is designed to recruit diverse college students majoring in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline. The program provides viable full-time work experiences during the summer that assist students in making connections between textbook knowledge and real-world experiences.

Eligibility: Must be a currently enrolled student (in an associate's, bachelor's, master's degree or PhD program) and be in good academic standing as determined by the school, college, or university.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must possess a valid Driver's license. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering, engineering technology, architecture, or construction management program.

We are seeking talented students who demonstrate excellent problem solving, analytical, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills that may be utilized in the following positions. Please indicate on your application the specific opportunity below you are interested in.

Public Works Traffic Operations:

Duties may include performing basic engineering analysis and field investigations; collecting traffic counts using automated counters & tube counters; assisting with inspection and inventory for City infrastructure assets, including signs & signals, ADA ramps, pavement, and sidewalk; updating, and maintaining database records & uploading traffic count data into the traffic database system.

Schedule and Hours:

Candidates will work a 40-hour internship between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for approximately 12 weeks (May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026). Normal work hours may vary depending on the position. Flexibility for school schedules is allowable. The applicant is responsible for providing their own transportation to work and housing during the summer internship.

Application Attachments: Please include a resume, cover letter and transcripts (unofficial will be accepted). Incomplete applications will not be considered for the internship program. Interviews will be scheduled for the qualified applicants until the position is filled. April 2026 is the last month interviews will be scheduled for the 2026 Summer Internship Program. References may be requested at time of interview.

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City of Virginia Beach, VA is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
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City of Virginia Beach, VA offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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