Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Philadelphia Water Department is a municipal department of approximately 2500 employees working in all facets to provide water/wastewater treatment services to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding counties.

Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is a municipal department with approximately 2500 employees which provides water and wastewater treatment and services for the City of Philadelphia and some surrounding counties. The Green Stormwater and Stream Design (GSSD) Design Group is responsible for implementing the City of Philadelphia’s Green City, Clean Waters program. The objective of the Ecological Restoration (ER) Design team within the GSSD Unit is to develop and grow an integrated infrastructure resilience program utilizing the holistic natural channel design methods to ensure the ongoing regulatory compliance. The ER Design Group advances the ability to implement stream restoration and wetland creation/enhancement projects on public property and within the Public Right of Way by developing construction documents (construction documents, details, cost estimates, and specifications), creating design resources and standards, and providing technical support to other units within the Department.

Job Description

The candidate selected will provide support to a multidisciplinary team of engineers, landscape architects, city planners, and scientists in the ER team with ongoing design efforts to improve the streams and protect streamside PWD infrastructure. Typical tasks and responsibilities are varied but include a combination of field and desk assessments in addition to project management support, budget and schedule tracking, writing or proofreading guidance and manuals, checking engineering cost estimates and calculations, reviewing design drawings at different phases prepared by consultants in AutoCAD, communicating with construction inspectors, documenting ER projects in active design and construction. Other tasks may include data entry/analysis/visualization using GIS/ArcMap, and research into new engineering materials and techniques. This co-op position will provide you with the opportunity to: · Gain first-hand experience in implementing a billion-dollar sustainable engineering initiative from conception to completion · Gain exposure to many different groups at PWD, including GSI Planning, Compliance Assurance, Environmental Restoration, Construction, Maintenance, and Monitoring · Help improve the quality of rivers and streams and create green spaces in the City of Philadelphia · Work collaboratively with dedicated professionals and other co-ops · Grow your technical understanding of engineering and design principles to enhance your future career

Essential Functions

Classes in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, project management, landscape design, environmental engineering, and/or site design preferred. Candidates should have an interest in green stormwater infrastructure. Must have a willingness to learn new software and spend time in the field. AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, PDF Editing Programs, basic GIS, and/or database experience a plus. Must have valid driver's license. Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences majors preferred.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Applicants are required to meet the following minimum requirements:

- Must be enrolled as a full-time student

-  Valid driver’s license preferred, though a personal vehicle is not required.

Qualifications

Majors :  Environmental Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,  Property Management,  Construction Management,  Environmental Science

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a resume.

Salary Range: $18 Undergraduates $20 Grad Students

Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that  are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx