About the role#
This internship focuses on Regional Water projects. You will work alongside engineers and technicians to gain practical experience in the civil engineering industry. You will participate in a variety of project phases, including both in-office design work and field investigations.
What you'll do#
- Participate in on-the-job training for various engineering activities.
- Assist with basic drafting and the development of project plans.
- Learn to operate GPS and conventional survey equipment.
- Assist with construction observation processes and field tests.
- Compile project data and perform basic engineering design calculations.
- Travel to project sites or other company locations as needed, which accounts for approximately 10 percent of the role.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Technical School or a Bachelor's degree program in Civil, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Completion of at least one year of a Bachelor's degree program.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
- Ability to pass required safety classes.
- A valid driving record for motor vehicle operation.
Location & details#
- Location: Bismarck, North Dakota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About Bartlett & West
Bartlett & West is a civil engineering firm founded in 1951. Based in Topeka, Kansas, the company employs between 201 and 500 people. It operates as a privately held, employee-owned organization. The firm provides services in areas such as energy, stormwater, rail, and structural engineering.
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