About the role#
The Office of the County Engineer Internship Program provides students with hands-on experience in local government. You will work within active project teams, gaining exposure to real-world programs, policies, and public sector operations. This program includes mentorship and professional development to help you build skills for your future career.
What you'll do#
- Support field visits, which may involve walking on uneven surfaces and working in various weather conditions.
- Assist with design work and conduct research.
- Engage in customer service and participate in community outreach.
- Perform administrative or project management duties.
What you'll need#
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Currently enrolled in a college or university pursuing a degree in Engineering, Surveying, GIS, MIS, Computer Science, Urban Development, Construction Management, Business, or Finance.
- Completed at least two years of study and a minimum of twelve credit hours of coursework specific to your major.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an eye for detail.
- Effective problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and prioritize tasks.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Required application materials: resume, cover letter, writing sample, unofficial transcript, and a letter of recommendation.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: December 28, 2026, through April 30, 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship.
About Harris County
Harris County operates as a government agency in Texas. It sits within the Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown metropolitan area. The county seat is Houston. It serves a population of over 4 million residents. This makes it the most populous county in the state and the third largest in the United States.
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