Each summer, the City hires seasonal employees and interns to work in the Public Works and Engineering Departments. These jobs not only make for a rewarding and educational experience, but they can also turn summer into an exciting adventure around the community.

This dynamic role involves a variety of maintenance, repair, and construction tasks that ensure the City's parks and public grounds are vibrant, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. You'll get your hands dirty inspecting and cleaning stormwater structures to prevent flooding, keep the city green by maintaining trees and landscapes, and experience the satisfaction of filling potholes and preparing roads for smooth travels. Plus, assisting with street sign maintenance and installing new signs adds a touch of creativity to the mix.

For engineering interns, the excitement continues with the use of cutting-edge GIS and survey equipment to collect valuable public infrastructure data. Imagine the fulfillment of inspecting our community’s trees, ensuring they are healthy and vibrant, or playing a crucial role in implementing the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan to keep our water clean.

You'll dive into the details of municipal improvement projects, collecting and reviewing as-built record plans, and ensuring everything aligns with engineering plans and safety standards. Using traffic data collection equipment to gather traffic volume, speed, and video data will make you feel like a data detective, unraveling the mysteries of urban transportation.

Both departments offer hands-on experience, a chance to work outdoors, and the opportunity to be part of a collaborative team. You'll develop a strong work ethic, gain invaluable skills, and enjoy the camaraderie of working with others. The sense of accomplishment you'll feel, knowing your efforts directly contribute to the community's well-being and safety, is incredibly fulfilling.

A summer spent as a seasonal worker or engineering intern is more than just a job—it's an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your community while having a blast and gaining career experience in public service and maintenance.

Visit the City’s website in late January to explore intern and seasonal opportunities for summer 2025: www.ShakopeeMN.gov/employment.