Grade I
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General Characteristics
  • Possesses foundational engineering concepts through undergraduate-level education.
  • Acquires basic knowledge and develops basic skills through mentored experience.
  • Applies learned knowledge and skills to perform assigned tasks. 
  • Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
  • Acknowledges and identifies the ethical and professional responsibilities of a civil engineer.
Technical Responsibilities
  • Collects data and gathers information or documents.
  • Participates in laboratory testing and field investigations.
  • Performs basic computations or analysis.
  • Assists with preparation of engineering deliverables.
  • Observes construction activities.
Program, Project, and Task Management
  • Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope. 
  • No managerial responsibilities at this level.
Management, Supervision, and Guidance
  • Receives close supervision on all aspects of assignments.
  • Attains mentored experience from a licensed civil engineer.
Communication, Teamwork & Leadership
  • Possesses basic oral and written communication skills.
  • Identifies and acknowledges principles of teamwork and leadership, including justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. 
  • Interacts primarily with internal project team members.
Typical Titles

Intern/Co-Op, Engineering/Professional Trainee, Student Assistant
Experience
0+ years
Education

Enrolled in an ABET/EAC-accredited bachelor’s degree program in engineering.
Licensure and Certification

Engineering Intern/Engineer-in-Training (Optional)
Professional Activities
  • Student member of professional practice organization.
  • Participates in technical student competition teams.
Community Activities

Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.
Equivalent Federal General Schedule
GS-3 to GS-4