About the role#
As a Summer Engineering Intern with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, you will gain hands-on experience by working in the field on highway construction projects. This full-time position provides an opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering tasks while working alongside professionals in the field. This internship is for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Inspect routine phases of construction projects.
- Maintain construction records and documentation using computer programs, including Microsoft Office and CADD.
- Join a survey crew to assist with site measurements.
- Conduct tests on various construction materials.
- Complete other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- You must be a three-fourths time student in good standing, currently pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- You should have effective communication skills and a strong work ethic.
- You must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required, which may include working overtime or irregular hours.
- Physical requirements include the ability to climb, bend, stoop, and walk long distances.
- You must be able to work in outdoor temperature extremes.
- You must be able to move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently with assistance.
Location & details#
- This role is located on-site in Ainsworth, NE or Valentine, NE.
- This is a paid internship.
About Nebraska State Jobs
Nebraska State Jobs manages employment for the government of Nebraska. The agency oversees a wide range of public service roles including nursing, engineering, and law enforcement. It maintains operations in Lincoln. The organization offers a temporary employment program to provide experience in state government functions.
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