
Posted 12 days ago
2027 Summer Internship
Oakland CountyOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Road Commission for Oakland County offers a summer internship for students in civil engineering, environmental science, GIS, legal, and related fields. Interns assist professionals with road construction projects, coordinate with vendors, and gain hands-on experience in design, construction, and cross-functional teamwork.
About this role
Join us for the 2027 Internship Season!
Internship opportunities available for:
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geographic Information Systems
- Legal
- And more!
Potential Projects:
- Learn in the ins and outs of construction work and road construction projects
- Experience opportunities to assist professionals in project layout and coordination
- Work with local external vendors and contract companies on road projects
- Learn how coordinate various disciplines and skills through design and construction of a ground-up engineering project
- Gain experience in cross functional collaboration and teaming through intern group projects
- All Interns will create and give a presentation on the completed projects at the end of the internship
Note: Assignments may vary based on division and current road projects.
Skills Required:
- Available and able to work Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, with a range of expected overtime (varies per department)
- The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to communicate positively with concerned citizens/residents
- Possess strong organizational skills and complete all work in a timely manner
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Work zone safety knowledge
- Able to collaborate and flourish in a team setting
Education/Certifications:
- Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Master's level student pursuing a degree in related field
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Valid Driver’s License
Skills
Civil EngineeringConstruction CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationEnvironmental ScienceGeographic Information SystemsLegalPresentation SkillsProject LayoutVendor ManagementWork Zone Safety
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