Municipal Services Engineering Internship - Baxter and Woodman Inc

POSITION: Municipal Services Engineering Internship

Choose your location: Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL office.

Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?

At Baxter & Woodman, both seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long-lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and being honored as one of the 2024 Zweig Best Firms to Work For exemplifies our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

About the role, Your Impact

Baxter & Woodman has a rewarding opportunity for an engineering internship in our Chicago, Naperville, or Mokena, IL office. This on-the-job experience has a variety of responsibilities and duties that will provide a well-rounded background in engineering.

What your day-to-day will look like, what you will learn on the job

• Work with other Baxter & Woodman staff to evaluate and develop engineering solutions.
• Assist in aiding Baxter & Woodman staff with field assignments such as construction inspection.
• Assist in preparing plans and specifications for small projects under the supervision of a project manager.
• Assist in developing grant and loan applications under the direction of a grant lead.
• Develop database entries for our various funding programs.
• Assist in rate study spreadsheet and cost development.
• Assist with risk and resiliency reporting for various municipalities.
• Review development plans for compliance with local requirements, including Stormwater management, grading, sanitary sewers, water lines, and transportation aspects.
• Assist with preparation, documentation and improvement of processes and procedures.
• Prepare written reports as required by local municipalities and internal project managers.
• Provide general municipal engineering services.
• Prepare and submit permits for local municipal projects.

Education Requirement

• Ongoing pursuit of a 4-year degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering.

Must-haves, what you will bring

• Maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0.
• Ability to work with local government staff and officials.
• Ability to work cooperatively with internal and external personnel.
• Ability to travel throughout Northeastern Illinois (own transportation)
• Work in a team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

Compensation The hourly pay for this role is $22. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This commitment is evident in our healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support. Financial well-being is enhanced through our financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Balancing work and life, we provide generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home and/or work a flexible schedule on eligible positions. Additionally, we lead the industry by offering 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program, ensuring our employees are not just part of a workplace but a thriving, supportive community dedicated to their well-being, financial security, and happiness.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - affirmative action – M/F/Vet/Disability employer.