JOB
Administrative Intern - Engineering

The City of Ontario has a tremendous opportunity for Engineering students as an Administrative Intern - Engineering! The City of Ontario has an exciting part-time opportunity for an Administrative Intern- Engineering with our Engineering Departments. As an Engineering Intern you'll be working alongside our Engineering team in a fun and fast paced environment and be exposed to countless projects including the commercial, industrial, and residential development of 8,000 acres of land, which is estimated to bring in over 150,000 new residents to the City of Ontario over the next 30 years. Join our team to learn and gain valuable experience within the Engineering Field and be a part of the many other notable projects moving forward in an effort to revitalize the City extending from the downtown area to the arena district.

We are looking for team members that want to make a positive impact on the community while developing professional skills in the areas of Civil Engineering, Traffic/Transportation, Environmental Programs, Capital Improvement Projects and/or Land Development. Interns will have the ability to observe and participate in a variety of tasks that support the overall operation of the assigned department. The Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Knowledge of basic Civil Engineering principles.
• The capability to use AutoCAD and MS Office software programs;
• The ability to compile, organize, and analyze data and create reports and spreadsheets;
• When assigned to the Municipal Utilities Company, candidates will have the knowledge of engineering principles that pertain to hydraulics, pipe design, and operation and maintenance of municipal utilities

Successful candidates will have the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment. The successful candidates will embody the City's mission and vision as well as the qualities of a "Five Tool Player" - Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the City's Customer Service Philosophy – Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

Part-time/Temporary employees may be scheduled to work up to 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.

The following procedures will apply:

• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The Public Works Engineering Department
The City of Ontario Engineering Department, under the direction of the City Engineer, serves the needs of the citizens of Ontario by providing professional engineering services to the community and City government. The Department is dedicated to maintaining the highest level of customer service and responsiveness which serves to characterize a business-friendly environment in serving our community. The Department is charged with the oversight, planning, designing, and implementation of infrastructure projects and the planning and permitting of all work within the public right-of-way.

The Ontario Municipal Utilities Company

The City of Ontario Municipal Utilities Company is committed to protecting the health and welfare of the community by providing safe, efficient, and economical production, transmission, and distribution of the City's domestic water supply; uninterrupted wastewater collection; and timely, efficient solid waste and recycling collection services with an emphasis on good customer service, sustainability, and environmental stewardship.

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City’s team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

The City’s vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario’s 2026 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as the other links to learn more about the City:

State of the City The Ontario Plan Smart Ontario Downtown Ontario
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The essential functions typically performed by the Administrative Intern in Engineering include the following:

• Assists with the Engineering Counter including interacting with customers.
• Assists department staff by performing basic administrative and technical assignments.
• Utilizes Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for data analysis and infrastructure mapping.
• Operates personal computers, printers, and other office equipment.
• Performs research and preliminary administrative analysis.
• Performs field work which includes photo documentation of construction sites, storm drains, and public streets.
• Reviews and summarizes publications and documents.
• Composes and edits correspondence, memorandums, reports, and other special assignments.
• Gathers and tabulates data.
• Responds to requests for information and general questions from the public.
• Prepares files for storage.
• Assists with specials projects and events.
• Assists with the review and processing of encroachment and traffic control permits, environmental inspection reports, conditional use permits, etc.
• Assists with the coordination of permit activities with other City Departments.
• Assists with basic AutoCad drafting

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

How to Apply

Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement. If this is the first time applying for a position using governmentjobs.com, you will be prompted to create a new user account, otherwise, log in with your username and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position. It is suggested that your application include the following:

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you qualify for the position.

• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).

• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

NOTE: Transcripts from colleges, universities or technical schools outside of the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report will result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Please use the attachment function found on the City's online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or other documentation. Failure to attach required documentation may result in the rejection of your application. Please contact the Human Resources/Risk Management Agency if you have any questions regarding the application process.

Your application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Failure to complete these sections may result in the rejection of your application.

Supplemental Questions

To complete your application for this position, you may be prompted to respond to supplemental questions. This information will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and is designed to help you present your qualifications for this position. This may include a selection step in which your application and supplemental questions are reviewed and scored by a panel of raters familiar with this position.

Incomplete responses, false statements, omission, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Your responses should be consistent with the information provided on your application.

Please provide succinct, concise, descriptive, and detailed information for each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.

Email Notices

Email is the primary way that the Human Resources/Risk Management or Hiring Department will communicate with you. Please check your email account (including the SPAM folder) on a regular basis for any emails related to the application or selection process. Emails from the City of Ontario will come from "@ontarioca.gov" or "governmentjobs.com." If you change your email address after submitting your application please visit governmentjobs.com and update your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any additional questions regarding the application process, please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.