Job Description

DescriptionBe a part of a collaborative team that works to create safer and efficient shared roadways. The Public Works Transportation Planning division is seeking a candidate who have a strong interest in transportation engineering with experience using small tools (including a hammer and power drill) and enjoy working outdoors to be a part of their team. This position will be supporting the Transportation Data Collection team in performing crash data analysis, vehicle, bike, and pedestrian count data collection, and ArcGIS mapping. Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit .Location and hours:
This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at the Public Works Facility located at 1600 Prairie Drive in Medina, MN 55340, and remote as job duties require. The Public Works Facility in Medina is not accessible by public transportation. This position will start in May 2025 and last until August or up to 13 weeks with flexible start and end dates. Interns are scheduled to work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with some flexibility on work schedules. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must relocate or reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin. New Employee Orientation (NEO) for all new benefit-earning employees is in-person in downtown Minneapolis. Details about NEO will be provided upon hire.About this position type:This position is a full-time, limited duration non-benefit earning internship.This position is internally classified as an Intern II.Click to view the job classification specification.Note: You must attach a resume with your application materials in order to be considered for these positions.
In this position, you will,

• Deploy portable counting equipment along Hennepin County roadways to collect pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle data.
• Follow best practices in safety whenever working in the roadway.
• Perform data and video analysis to develop metrics and reports.
• Upload new count data to the county's online Multimodal Counts Map using ArcGIS.
• Performing routine equipment maintenance.

Need to have:

• Current enrollment or a recent graduate (within 6 months), in a vocational/technical or a bachelor's degree program in construction, engineering, land surveying/highway engineering technology, civil engineering, geography, GIS, urban planning/studies or another related field.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a
• Reliable internet connection and self-support hybrid office space
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain; bend and stoop; work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.

Nice to have:

• Experience with:

• Troubleshooting basic computer issues.
• Using small tools (including a hammer and power drill).
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Visual basics, Access, ArcGIS, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Microstation/AutoCAD, and Synchro/SimTraffic, and Google Scripts.
• Knowledge of math functions such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry.
• Ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organization, in person, and via email and phone.

About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.About Hennepin County:Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive.Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here.This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience.Watch this for application best practices and tips.Hennepin County values employee retention and engagement through a culture of individual development. If you are a current employee looking for an internship you are responsible for communicating and seeking approval from your supervisor/manager on an arrangement on schedule and workload prior to accepting the paid internship position. The compensation for the internship will be paid at the amount advertised in this posting.If you have any questions, please contact:
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