Engineering Intern - Utility Services of Alaska, Inc.
Fairbanks, AK 99701
About the Job
Water is the common thread that connects us all. We deliver vital, safe and reliable services which enable our communities to thrive.
Through infrastructure investment and Operational Excellence, we safeguard our natural resources for today and future generations. We've got this!
The Fairbanks Sewer & Water team has an opportunity for an Engineering Intern based in Fairbanks, AK. As part of Nexus Water Group the Fairbanks Sewer & Water is comprised of Utility Services of Alaska, Inc., Golden Heart Utilities, and College Utilities Corp. The Engineering Intern assists with basic site surveying and inspections related to ongoing construction projects. Additionally, the intern will assist in archiving and cataloging engineering drawings, field notes, and other documents. The intern may also be asked to perform basic engineering analysis and calculations using a variety of methods.
What you'll do
- Perform basic engineering analysis and calculations.
- Assist engineering staff with basic site surveying and site inspections.
- Expediting/assisting with clerical and support tasks as assigned.
- Producing engineering reports documenting analyses performed.
What you'll bring
Education and License
- Acceptance into a Bachelor of Science Engineering degree program
- Alaska Driver's License
Nice to Have
- Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering major preferred
- Completion of 2 nd year of college at an accredited institution preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to efficiently use MS Word/Excel and AutoCAD.
- Alaska Driver's License.
- Able to work well in a fast paced, high-energy environment.
- Able to work independently and have a positive attitude.
- Ability to use AutoCAD is preferred.
Please note:
- Normal office conditions prevail for a majority of internship.
- May visit construction sites, undeveloped areas and potential project locations on military installations in Alaska.
- The work can involve sitting for extended periods at a work station, some walking and occasional lifting to approximate a 40-pound box.
- Occasionally works in industrial locations that are noisy, dusty, and have strong odors.
Additional Comments
This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as desired.
Management maintains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
Nexus Water Grop an E-Verify participating employer.
People Focused and Inclusive Culture
We attract and develop connected, high performing people of diverse background, ethnicities and experiences, who achieve their goals in alignment with our purpose, vision, and values. Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment where everyone is included and able to do their best work and feel as though they belong.
We are is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. Accommodations are available upon request. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
EEO Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth (or related medical condition), or any other characteristic protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
