INTERNSHIP: Engineering/Planning Intern, IL Tollway. Deadline: 4/27

Engineering/Planning Intern, IL Tollway

This position is currently vacant within the Tollway
The Human Resources Section will accept resumes from:
April 14, 2011 through April 27, 2011
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DEPARTMENT POSITION POSITION SALARY
Engineering/ Engineering/Planning Intern $12.00 - $14.00/Hr.
Planning
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
Preference will be given to applicants studying Engineering,
Environmental/Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer
Science, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Political Science,
or Urban Planning. Planning or public policy students are preferred.
THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES ARE DESIRED/REQUIRED:
Access database and GIS experience is also desirable. Candidate should
be available 15-20 hours per week with reliable transportation. At the
time of application prospective candidates must provide a writing
sample, references and a recent transcript. Strong interpersonal,
communication, organizational and analytical skills are necessary in the
performance of duties. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and
Power Point. The Intern interacts with various Tollway personnel, within
and outside the Engineering Department, and with various professionals,
individuals, public bodies and agencies outside the Authority.
Therefore, strong written and oral communication skills are required.
PLEASE FORWARD RESUMES AND REQUESTED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO:
Illinois Tollway/Employee Services
Attention: Debra Marzec
2700 Ogden Ave.
Downers Grove, Il 60515
Engineering/Planning Intern

Position Description
POSITION PURPOSE:
This position will assist the Planning Division/Engineering Department
with a variety of tasks including research and data collection for best
practices and agency comparisons, environmental investigations and
capital budget and construction schedule development.

BASIC FUNCTION:
The Intern provides support to the Deputy Chief of Engineering for
Planning. The incumbent works closely with the Environmental Unit and
the Deputy Chief of Engineering for Planning by investigating facts,
reviewing documents, interviewing outside agencies, and researching best
practices. The Intern will gain exposure to many areas of Engineering,
including all aspects of the planning stages, administrative review,
contracts, environmental issues, energy consumption and construction
schedule development.

REQUIREMENTS:
Preference will be given to applicants studying Engineering,
Environmental/Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer
Science, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, Political Science,
or Urban Planning. Planning or public policy students are preferred.
Access database and GIS experience is also desirable. Candidate should
be available 15-20 hours per week with reliable transportation.
At the time of application prospective candidates must provide a writing
sample, references and a recent transcript.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and analytical
skills are necessary in the performance of duties. Proficiency in
Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and Power Point.
The Intern interacts with various Tollway personnel, within and outside
the Engineering Department, and with various professionals, individuals,
public bodies and agencies outside the Authority. Therefore, strong
written and oral communication skills are required.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Excellent research abilities focusing on data and system needs for
the Tollway’s Long-Range plan.
2. Assist with fieldwork and database development for land uses and
physical features adjacent to the Tollway.
3. Assist with research associated with local advisory councils and
corridor councils.
Engineering/Planning Intern


PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES (continued):
4. Must be able to interact positively with co-workers, supervisor(s)
and the public.
5. Abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Illinois Tollway
and follow the directions of those assigned by their immediate supervisor.
6. Effectively execute assignments from supervisor(s).
7. Knowledge of basic computer software applications, such as MS Word,
MS Access, and Outlook.
8. Document energy consumption using the Tollway’s utility tracking
database.
8. Other duties as assigned.