Job Description

Salary

$21.73 - $22.56 Hourly

Location

Minnetonka, MN

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

2025-00092

Department

Public Works

Division

Engineering

Opening Date

11/19/2025

Closing Date

1/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Why Minnetonka?

Supportive culture o Work-life fito Well-being o Employee-focused o Make a difference

Our greatest asset are our people. City of Minnetonka employees work together to drive change and make a meaningful impact on the community. We support one another in our personal and professional lives. You can expect to make a difference because in Minnetonka you and your work matter.

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The primary objective of this position is to assist the various aspects of the engineering department on a variety of projects related to construction inspection, traffic, mapping, data collection, streets, utilities and sidewalks. This is a seasonal summer position (40 hour work week preferred). This position is subject to a criminal background check.

Compensation: Please note: The 2026 salary range is anticipated to increase pending budget approval in mid-December.

Duties/Responsibilities

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Assists with the inspection of construction projects including streets, water main, sanitary sewer, storm drainage systems and sidewalks. Inspection and data inventory for the city's storm sewer system. Assists with traffic data collection. Assists engineering staff with geographical information systems (GIS) mapping. GPS survey data collection.

Qualifications

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Minimum Job Qualifications:

A commitment to and belief in the organization's shared values. Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university/technical Civil Engineering program. Valid driver's license.

Desirable Job Qualifications:

Minimum of one year completed in an accredited college/university/technical Civil Engineering program. Experience in some aspects of GIS and GPS mapping. Experience with stormwater/storm sewer utility systems. Excellent written communication skills. Customer service experience.

Not Sure You Meet All the Qualifications?

If this role interests you, but you're unsure about meeting all the listed requirements, we encourage you to apply! Your unique experiences may be more relevant than you think, and we value both technical skills and diverse perspectives.

How to Apply:

Click "Apply" at the top of the page before the closing date.

Submit these documents via the online application system (no zip files or links): + Resume
+ Cover Letter
Questions? Contact Human Resources at HR@minnetonkamn.gov.

Hiring Process:

Open Job Posting:

Requisition is open and accepting applications.

Selection Process:

Qualified applicants join a candidate pool. Hiring managers select candidates for interviews and/or assessments. You'll be notified if selected.

Pre-Employment Screening:

This may include a driver's license, a criminal history background check, a drug test, a physical exam, a work assessment or simulation, and, if education-based, proof of qualifications.

Contact Us:

For position-related questions, email Katie Xiong at Kxiong@minnetonkamn.gov.

Veteran's Preference:

Veterans can request preference under MN Statute 197.455 by submitting a DD214 with their application.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Minnetonka values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, public assistance status, or other protected classes.