Job Information
City of New York Civil Engineer Intern - Design and Construction in New York, New York
Job Description
Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the City's streets, supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality for people living, working, and doing business in New York City. The Division’s responsibilities include roadway project planning, roadway design, technical analysis, maintenance of street signs, transit development, freight mobility, and roadway markings. TPM’s Design & Construction (D&C) unit has professional engineering oversight for geometric design elements of NYC roadways. We draw on expertise and talent of Civil Engineers, Urban Designers, Planners, Asset Managers, Inspectors, Administrators, Analysts, and others to evolve and maintain the curb geometry and street plans for all NYC’s 6300+ miles of roads, create and maintain official pavement marking and concrete island plans, and oversee the application and refurbishment of NYC’s 250+ million linear feet of pavement markings (stripes, messages, colored surface treatments for bus/bike/plaza, etc.).
Under the guidance of senior staff from Geometric Design the selected Civil Engineer Interns (CEIs) will collaborate with other internal groups to solve identified safety concerns. CEIs will have the office title of “Project Engineer” and be expected to prepare drawings and details using AutoCAD, perform civil engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility, and assist in research, investigations, or studies related to civil engineering functions or activities. CEIs may also participate in preparation of contract documents including plans, specifications, cost estimates, attendance of field reviews and meetings, and other related duties. Field work may be needed to determine field conditions and design constructability in order to refine conceptual designs.
The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.
Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office; AutoCAD; GIS. A familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, NYC Street Design Manual and NACTO publications is desirable. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques that improve traffic, transit, walking, and biking is desirable. Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver's license valid in the State of New York is preferred. Knowledge of AutoCAD.
Additional Information:
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.
Work Location:
33-00 Northern Blvd, LIC 11101
Hours/Shift:
35hrs / TBD
To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: External applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 637571
Current city employees, log into Employee Self Service at www.nyc.gov/ess and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 637571
No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.
Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Most public libraries have computers available for use.
Note: Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.
Qualifications
- A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college. A degree in any other engineering area or in civil engineering technology is not acceptable.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.