SEASONAL HIGHWAY ENGINEERING INTERN

EXTERNAL JOB POSTINGPosition: Seasonal Highway Engineering Intern Department: Isanti County Highway Department Location: Cambridge, MN Job Type: Seasonal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., but may vary Approximate Start Date: May 30, 2026 Approximate End Date: August 31, 2026 Work Setting: On-site; requires regular, in-person attendance FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Benefit Eligibility: Non-Benefit eligible Union Affiliation: Non-Union Compensation: 2026 wage is $17.50 - $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and relevant work experience. Employment for a seasonal Highway Engineering Intern shall not exceed 67 working days in a calendar year. Student seasonal employees who are under the age of 22, enrolled as a full-time student at a nonprofit or public educational institution prior to hire, and plan to be in or return to school after employment ends, may work up to 100 days in a calendar year. Application RequirementsApplicants must fully complete the Work Experience and Education sections of the online application and attach a resume for all positions. Applications that are incomplete may not be considered. Posting DetailsPosted: Monday, February 2, 2026 Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled Equal Opportunity: AA/EEO Application and Selection Process Upon review of applications, should your qualifications align with our requirements, you will be notified by Human Resources via email with information regarding the next steps in our selection process. Please note: Emails from Isanti County Human Resources may occasionally be directed to your junk or spam folder. Be sure to check these folders regularly to avoid missing important updates regarding your application. General Definition of Work The Highway Engineering Intern assists the Engineering Department with construction staking, construction observation, records management, Geographical Information System (GIS) data and base mapping, project development, and other Engineering Department functions. This position is intended for a current college student majoring in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or another related field. Work is performed under the supervision of the County Highway Engineer. Essential Functions To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assisting with preliminary surveys, construction staking and inspection of project. Performing manual labor duties for road construction to conform with established engineering standards set by supervisors and the highway department. Assist with on-site construction inspection. Performs other related duties as required. Minimum QualificationsMust be a minimum of 18 years of age on the date of employment. Student at an accredited university or technical school majoring in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Special Qualifications None. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Any combination of training and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Knowledge of the principles, practices and instruments used in surveying and drafting. Knowledge of metrics, algebra and geometry. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to work in weather extremes such as heat, humidity, cold, wet and dust. Ability to work on rough, wet, slippery and steep terrain. Ability to work around heavy construction equipment and highway traffic. Required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, see and repeat motions. Required to occasionally lift fifty pounds or more from the ground to waist level. Frequently lift fifty pounds or less. Ability to inspect construction and maintenance projects. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other engineering personnel, contractors and the general public. Ability to maintain a regular and timely work attendance. Working ConditionsPhysical Requirements and Activity This work requires the regular exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, frequent exertion of up to 50 pounds of force and occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force; work regularly requires walking and repetitive motions, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires sitting, climbing or balancing and tasting or smelling. Sensory Requirements Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. Sensory Utilization Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities. Environmental Conditions Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, frequently requires exposure to wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working near moving mechanical parts and working in high, precarious places and occasionally requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to vibration; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic). The statements in this class description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. MissionWorking Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the Community, Today and for Generations to Come Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04