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Programs / U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) - Bureau of Reclamation (BOR)
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BOR Engineering Technician - Civil

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Program summary

This is a Federal position with the Bureau of Reclamation is best known for the dams, powerplants, and canals it constructed in the 17 western states. These water projects led to homesteading and promoted the economic development of the West. Our 53 powerplants annually provide more than 40 billion kilowatt hours generating nearly a billion dollars in power revenues and produce enough electricity to serve 3.5 million homes. Trainees will gain insight into our organization, technical training in a position that supports our mission, and learn valuable knowledge as they transition from the service into the Federal workforce.

Roles & job description

Engineering Technician: Performs difficult but precedented technical engineering evaluation and analysis assignments, or analyzes segments of broader issues or problems, and analyzes the issues and project objectives. Gathers and validates accuracy of data to be used as baseline data for engineering decisions; provides a technical leadership role in ensuring data integrity. Prepares original drawings and preliminary layouts, as well as updates and revisions to drawings, including final as-built drawings. Drafts technical documentation for assigned technical engineering work assignments and reviews documentation of lower graded technicians.

Target military occupations

3E5Xi, 32EX, 12T, 1361, EA

Eligibility notes

One year of experience using AutoCAD or other similar computer drafting and automation software. Prefered candidate has or is pursuing a degree in Engineering.

Additional notes

This is a Federal position opportunity.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 91 - 120 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
  • ▸ "You list 32EX, 12T, 1361 — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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