Engineering Internship - Permits

The Washtenaw County Road Commission is seeking engineering students for a Summer 2026 internship in the Permits section of our Engineering Department. This team oversees and inspects work within the public road right-of-way, including utility installations, driveway connections, and other permitted activities. As an intern, you'll work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer and gain hands-on experience in field inspections, permit documentation, and construction coordination. This is a great opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world setting and explore a future career in civil engineering or construction management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in gathering data and information related to permits.
• Create formal sight distance drawings based on field data.
• Develop efficient daily travel routes for site visits.
• Interpret data and analytics to support project completion.
• Assist in preparing reports, documentation, and recommendations for permit-related activities.
• Support planning efforts for gutter and shoulder installations.

REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES