Title:  Design & Construction Engineer - Summer Trainee

Overview

The Department of Buildings & General Services (BGS) is looking to hire college students to assist the Design & Construction Division with delivering construction projects across a variety of disciplines for State buildings. Duties may include design, review, and drafting of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing) systems, construction project management, and construction oversight for State buildings projects. In addition to design/review/drafting, the position will also be required to perform field work to confirm measurements, troubleshoot existing systems, provide on-site review of construction in process, and assist in the preparation of contract documents.

A qualified individual will have completed at least one year worth of academic coursework within an ABET accredited engineering or construction management program. The position will work up to 40 hours per week, with flexible start and end dates. intern, internship

Who May Apply

This position, Design & Construction Engineer - Summer Trainee (Job Requisition #52202), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact James Jorshick at james.jorshick@vermont.gov.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is generally performed in a standard office and field setting.  A private means of transportation must be available. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered during negotiations and the ability to persuade others is required. Some work outside of normal work schedule may be anticipated.

Minimum Qualifications

Actively pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree in a building construction field such as engineering, architecture, interior design, or construction management.

Preferred Qualifications

Working knowledge of Computer Assisted Design and Drafting (CADD)
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills
Ability to develop effective working relationships and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.  The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.  Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.