About US:

Tryfacta is a leading, nationally renowned Workforce Management Solution provider for private &public sector firms across the US. We specialize in Healthcare, IT, Business Support, and Professional & Craft/Light Industrial ecosystems. Founded in March 1996, we have a presence in all 50 States. Tryfacta has Ranked number 1 as one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. Magazine (Inc. 5000)! Job Title Temporary Student Intern with a Work with a large, mission-driven public agency that supports essential water, environmental, and infrastructure services for a major metropolitan region Location San Jose, CA (Onsite)

Assignment Details Duration:

960 Hours in a fiscal year

Work Schedule:

Part Time:

20hr/week

Start Date:

to be discussed

Pay Rate:

$28.27 Role Overview The Civil Engineering Intern will support the Community Projects Review Unit within Watershed Stewardship & Planning by gaining practical experience in civil engineering, permit processing, utility research, GIS mapping, property records review, and customer service-related engineering activities. The role provides exposure to engineering documentation, land rights research, and infrastructure protection processes. Key Responsibilities Review permit applications for completeness and track application status. Research utility records and review construction plans. Prepare permits, written correspondence, permit exhibits, maps, and supporting documentation. Research property ownership, easements, and right-of-way information using GIS maps, County Assessor records, and engineering documents. Respond to Underground Service Alert (USA) tickets by analyzing GIS maps, records, and Valley Water facilities information to identify potential impacts to infrastructure. Assist with annual updates of land rights information on County Assessor map books. Maintain permit and project records within organizational databases. Support customer inquiry resolution related to permit processing.

Required Experience Required:

Foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles and terminology. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, maps, and construction plans. Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred:

Exposure to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Understanding of surveying concepts. Knowledge of utilities and right-of-way processes. Familiarity with permit administration or engineering records management. Required Skills Technical Skills Civil engineering fundamentals. Interpretation of engineering drawings, maps, and construction plans. GIS map research and analysis (preferred). Property ownership, easement, and right-of-way research. Permit application review and documentation. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Adobe Acrobat. Database and records management.

Soft Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Research and analytical thinking. Problem-solving ability. Attention to detail and accuracy. Organizational and prioritization skills. Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Willingness to learn policies, procedures, and engineering standards. Education /

Certifications Required:

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Must be in Sophomore year or higher. Coursework must be relevant to the assigned engineering duties. Preferred Coursework related to GIS, surveying, utilities, transportation, land development, or construction engineering. Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based on Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age #GEN123