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Salary : $48,360.00 Annually
Location : 675 Texas Street, Fairfield, CA
Job Type: Extra Help
Job Number: 26-40104X-E2
Department: Res Mgmt-Public Works
Division: RMPW-Engineering Svcs
Opening Date: 09/02/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Contact: Rebecca Iacobucci | rsiacobucci@solanocounty.gov
Solano County's Department of Resource Management is hiring College Interns!
The Department of Resource Management is a comprehensive agency comprised of the Public Works, Building and Safety, Planning Services, Environmental Health Services, Parks, and Administrative Services Divisions. The department provides for the well-being of Solano County's present and future residents and the public at-large through administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to transportation, building construction, land use planning environmental health, and recreation.
The Public Works-Engineering & Surveying Division is committed to providing a safe, well maintained and efficient roadway system. Additionally the division designs and performs contract construction of road and bridge improvements, issues multiple permits, and performs traffic counts and speed surveys on County roads.
THE POSITION
College Intern positions offer college students practical work experience through projects, which are related to the student's field of study. College Students employed in this class may be assigned to various County departments. This recruitment will be used to fill all current and future positions.
The Salary range is from $17.50 - $23.25 depending on College Units completed.

• Lower Level - completion of 0 to 59 semester units (0 to 89-quarter units) $17.50.
• Upper Level - completion of at least 60 semester units (90-quarter units). $20.00.
• Graduate Level - Actively enrolled in a Master's Degree Program. $23.25.

This recruitment is intended to fill College Interns (Extra-Help) positions. Extra-help employees do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service. The hours worked may be part-time or full-time, but hours cannot exceed more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.
Note: All CalPERS retirees applying for Extra Help positions must meet CalPERS post retirement employment requirements. Work must be performed for a limited duration and retiree annuitant may not work more than 960 hours per fiscal year.
About the rolesCurrent opportunities are available in Resource Management:
The Accounting College Intern will support multiple Accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cost Accounting, Journals for accounting entries, reconciliations, reviewing financial data, preparing documentation, and assisting with workflow improvements. Interns will gain hands-on experience with accounting processes and work closely with experienced staff who provide guidance and mentorship.
The Engineering College Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting civil engineering projects within Solano County. Interns will assist Design & Traffic Engineers with AutoCAD and Civil 3D plans, traffic studies, and data analysis. Interns may also assist with engineering calculations, project research, and plan reviews. They will review applicable engineering standards, including the CA MUTCD, AASHTO standards, and the Caltrans Highway Design Manual. This position provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world transportation projects and gain experience in civil engineering design and traffic engineering.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience: No experience required.
Education: Current enrollment in an accredited college or university.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License may be required.
Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university must be provided.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Independent travel may be required.
Incumbents may not work more than 999 hours per fiscal year; unless approved by appropriate authority.
SELECTION PROCESS
9/21/2026 - 5:00pm - Application review deadline to submit application and required documents.
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant's ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application's employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write "see resume," as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.
Previously submitted application materials (e.g., copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-1113, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL
Proof of education is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by email to , or by fax to (707) 784-3424. Be sure to include the recruitment title (College Intern) and the recruitment number (26-40104X-E2) in the subject line of your email or fax.
Americans with Disabilities Act
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES:Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the "Selection Process"), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
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What is your college major?
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Please select one (1) of the following that best describes your educational status:

• Enrolled in post-high school studies and have completed fewer than 60 college semester units/90 quarter units (Lower Level College Intern).
• Enrolled in post-high school studies and have completed greater than 60 college semester units/90 quarter units (Upper Level College Intern).
• Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university within the past year OR current enrollment in a Graduate Program (Graduae Level College Intern).
• I will complete a Bachelors' degree or higher from an accredited college/university AND can provide proof of completion by July 3, 2026.

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Are you currently enrolled in an accredited college or university for the current semester/quarter? If so, how many units have you completed? If not, type N/A
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What area(s) of Public Service are you interested in working in?

• Accounting & Finance (Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Payroll)
• Construction (Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Public Works)
• Administration & Policy (Administration, Budget, Program Management, Public Policy)
• Communications (Social Media, Marketing, Graphic/Web Design)
• Earth Sciences (Agriculture, Weights & Measures, Environmental Health, Geology, Hazardous Materials, Recycling & Recovery)
• Animal Services (Animal Control, Veterinary Services/Animal Care)
• Building Operations/Skilled Trades (Architecture, Building Maintenance, Facilities Operations, Grounds, HVAC, Landscape)
• Inspection (Building Inspection, Code Compliance, Code Enforcement)
• Health Services (Health Education, Compliance, Mental Health, Public Health)
• Social Services (Child Support, Counseling, Human Services, Social Work, Veteran Services)
• Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Forensics, Evidence, Emergency Services, Investigations, Dispatching)
• Information Technology (Computers, Databases, Programming, Systems Administration)
• Education (Literacy, Library Services, Training)
• Human Resources (Personnel, Labor Relations, Benefits, Risk Management, Organizational Development)
• Real Estate (Appraisal, Cadastral Mapping, Real Estate Management)
• Parks (Parks & Beaches, Facilities & Campgrounds, Services Administration)
• Legal (Attorney, Legal Secretary, Paralegal)

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