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Mesa Associates, Inc.

Engineering Intern

Madison, AL

$15 - $19.50/hr

PDS 6 / Power Delivery Substation This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by ... College/University engineering student in good standing * Former experience is not required, but ...

Mesa Associates Inc.

Engineering Intern

Madison, AL · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

PDS 6 / Power Delivery Substation This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by ... College/University engineering student in good standing * Former experience is not required, but ...

Mesa Accosiates

Engineering Intern

Madison, AL · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

PDS 6 / Power Delivery Substation This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by ... College/University engineering student in good standing * Former experience is not required, but ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for power engineering student in the United States is $97,305.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Engineering Student Assistant- Technician/Field Work (Pacifica, CA)

Engineering Student Assistant- Technician/Field Work (Pacifica, CA)

University Enterprises, Inc.

Pacifica, CA • On-site

$18.28 - $28.16/hr

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Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Description
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking to hire a student assistant, in a learning capacity, under close supervision of a Resident Engineer in the District 4, Pacifica Construction Office, in a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will perform field inspections and investigations, contractor and design document review, and contract administrative duties among other duties as assigned. The student assistant will develop an understanding of construction and contract administration.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.
Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.
UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice.
UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.
Prerequisites
Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (fall, spring, and winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.
To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf
Students must be enrolled in at least six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.
Majors/Fields of Study
Engineering.
Work Schedule
Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. Final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
Additional Work Schedule
Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).
Compensation
$18.28 - $28.16 per hour.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA.
  • Must complete each term with minimum unit requirements for Undergraduate and Graduate student classifications. Proof will be collected at the end of each Spring and Fall term.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Under the amendment to Government Code Section 18220, state agencies shall give preference to a qualified applicant (up to 26 years of age) who is, or has been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, a formerly incarcerated youth, or a victim of human trafficking.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will assist with the functional aspects of the construction progress pay system, review and verify engineering item quantity calculations to justify additional resources & time, monitor expenditures on construction contracts, and verify method of payment with the contract checking engineering calculations. Assist in technical reviews, audit and process requests for daily extra work bills from the Contractor. Draft for construction projects the legally binding Contract Change Order (CCO) engineering document, contract estimates, transmittal memorandums and other documents & reports involved in construction projects for Residents Engineer's review and approval.
  • In a learning capacity the Student Assistant's duties will include researching cost analysis data in construction contract files, development of power point presentations, and maintaining an inventory of technical support equipment. Assist in preparation of status documents, progress charts, and reports for District Construction Management and Corporate (headquarters). Assist in training preparation, coordination, and execution to include developing training outlines and courses, preparing training handouts, coordinating training sites, reviewing and updating existing courses and manuals.
  • In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant will be provided first-hand exposure to field engineering work including construction-surveying responsibilities, sampling and testing of materials, verifying that materials incorporated into the project comply with the contract documents, verifying field dimensions for structure/roadway in construction. The student will also assist a Field Engineer during all phases of construction,
    including earthwork operation, roadway paving, roadway excavation, drainage work and other construction operation fulltime or intermittent inspections. Attend training as deemed mandatory or necessary, which may require travel and overnight stay.
  • In a learning capacity, the Student Assistant may perform other duties, in a learning capacity, within the scope of the unit as required.

Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office and in a field environment.
Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, and uneven terrain. May require occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing as part of field duties.
Application Instructions
Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.
In addition to your resume, please upload your most recent transcripts.
Apply by: July 17, 2026
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As the nation’s leading university system, the CSU has pushed the boundaries of higher education for 60 years. We remain committed to delivering quality education, while fostering a culture of inclusion and understanding for our students and valued faculty and staff.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Sacramento, CA, US

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