Utility Services Engineering Intern (Part-Time)

Position Overview

This is an open and continuous recruitment which will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days and close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly-qualified candidates has been created.

First Review of Applicants will take place July 14, 2026

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill three (3) vacancy for the classification of Utility Services Engineering Intern (Part-Time) in the Department of Utilities. The consideration for hire list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under direct supervision, performs work of routine difficulty designed to provide hands-on learning experience related to the Infrastructure Planning, Infrastructure Support, and Project Delivery sections in the Engineering Services Division of the City’s Utility Services Department; and performs related duties as assigned.

The selected individual will rotate though each of the three sections below receiving diverse learning experience related to engineering within the water, wastewater, and reclaimed water field. We’re looking for a team player who is willing to learn and has the desire to impact our community.

Infrastructure Planning
The Infrastructure Planning Section is responsible for the short and long range planning of the water and wastewater services for the City of Henderson. We perform detailed hydraulic analysis of our system to solve complex engineering problems. Our New Development team is responsible for plan and permit reviews of civil and building plans. We make sure new development and infrastructure is in compliance with HMC, NRS, UDACS, DCSWCS and other applicable codes.

Infrastructure Support
The Infrastructure Support Section is responsible for design review as well as maintenance engineering and operational support for the water, wastewater, and reclaimed water services for the City of Henderson. We perform condition assessments and forecast rehabilitation and renewal events needed for Department of Utility Services infrastructure. This information is documented in Asset Management Plans and used to create and prioritize projects that are added and managed in our Capital Improvement Program.

Project Delivery
The Project Delivery Section is responsible for the delivery of capital improvement projects (CIP) for water, wastewater, and reclaimed water systems which includes engineering and construction management resources. The team manages delivery of CIP projects including monitoring project funding, expenditure accounting, engineering design, construction management, strategic alignment, procurement of consultants, and project coordination with the public and other agencies.

VACANCY INFORMATION:

• This is a part-time, non-PERS eligible position.
• This position will work, on average, no more than 19 hours per week.
• This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits, paid time off, wage increases, or union representation

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Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university program with a major in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field

• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
• Desirable: Experience with AutoCAD and/or GIS Software
• Desirable: Possess a valid Engineer Intern (EI) Certification

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) *Proof of enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university program with a major in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field
3) *Engineer Intern (EI) Certification (if possessed)

*Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application, click here for attachment instructions.

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, July 29, 2026 (future dates to be determined as needed)
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

The City of Henderson offers part time employees a flexible work schedule and competitive salaries.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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