Planning and Construction Intern

Job Summary

Advance Metroparks Toledo’s core conservation mission by aiding the Planning and Construction Department. Obtain practical work experience and supplement a formal educational program while completing planning and construction tasks. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of construction drawings and specifications
• Perform field inspections, audits, data collection and physical assessments of capital assets
• Assist in the production of conceptual and planning drawings for park improvement projects.
• Scan documents, plan sets, organizing project and departmental files.
• Assist in the development of department processes and standards.
• Investigate, research, and compile information as necessary to complete studies, cost estimates and reports.
• Inspect and monitor construction projects including recording observations, completing daily inspection reports and required documentation.
• Develop software skills to take full advantage of design and planning software.
• Other work-related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used

• General office equipment 
• Software & Apps: Microsoft365, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe, Geographic Information System (GIS), Unity Asset Management
• Vehicles: on & off-road trucks
• Survey tools and equipment; GPS devices and mapping tools

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Schedule: up to 40-hour work-week that may require work in the evenings, weekends, and/or holidays 
• Length of internship is one trimester/semester and can be extended one trimester/semester at a time based on needs of the district. The internship will not exceed three years total or one year beyond graduation from degree program.
• Home Work Location: Fallen Timbers Field Office
• May require business use of personal vehicle to travel between Metroparks locations.
• <10% travel outside Lucas County. 
• Requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 25 pounds; ability to physically visit construction sites and transport equipment necessary for required fieldwork; ability to perform onsite inspections of park district assets and construction projects in all site and weather conditions.  

Job Requirements

1. Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
2. Education: Currently pursuing and has completed at least two semesters towards a Bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture, architecture, construction management, civil engineering, or related field. 
3. Experience: No prior experience needed. 

Alternates to the position requirements may be made as Metroparks finds appropriate and acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated appreciation for enhancing quality of life and conserving the region’s natural resources through clean, safe and natural parks and open spaces.  

Knowledge (or the Willingness and Ability to Learn)

• Knowledge of the creation of construction documents.
• Knowledge of how to assess construction projects and conditions.
• Knowledge of how to use survey equipment and measuring devices.
• Knowledge of how to perform research relating to construction materials, specifications, and installation techniques.

Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft365, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and/or Adobe, 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak and write clearly with the ability to communicate one-on-one or in group settings.
• Project Management skills; ability to meet deadlines and deliver accurate results.
• Problem Solving skills; ability to gather, organize and evaluate data; formulate recommendations and develop possible solutions. 

Abilities

• Ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with all stakeholders, including employees, volunteers and the general public.

Metroparks Toledo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.