Engineering Intern

POSITION:                       ENGINEERING INTERN/COOP

DEPARTMENT:           Engineering

PAY GRADE:                  7 - $16.8225

APPLY BY:                        March 18, 2026

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 you're 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 

• Assist with developing project scope and delivering transportation and drainage capital projects. 
• Perform tasks to support engineering analysis, report production, and designs. 
• Develop, evaluate, and design specifications and contract drawings. 
• Assist project managers with all aspects of civil engineering. 
• Prepare basic calculations and collect, organize, and evaluate data using your engineering knowledge. 
• Interact with department staff and the public using your communication and customer service skills. 
• Utilize analytical and organizational skills in performing your duties. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.