About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience with technical and paraprofessional tasks for engineering projects. You will work under moderate supervision within the Field Office section of the Construction and Materials Division. The role involves moderate physical activity and requires working in environments that may include physical hazards or safety risks.
What you'll do#
- Perform construction tests including air, slump, moisture, compaction, aggregate gradation, and density.
- Report test results to your supervisor.
- Assist with inspections of bituminous and portland cement concrete plants or paving operations.
- Prepare measurements and computations for final plans, change orders, and contractor payment estimates.
- Maintain inspection records and report any unusual conditions or project updates.
- Ensure all projects meet department standards.
- Enter construction project data into computer systems.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in a relevant 2-year or associate degree program with at least 12 credit hours.
- At least 30 credit hours completed or accepted toward your current degree.
- An overall GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Basic math skills consistent with high school-level algebra.
- Ability to provide a degree transcript showing accepted credits.
Location & details#
- Location: Jefferson City, Missouri.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Pay: $17.44 to $18.64 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship, limited to 1,039 hours per year.
About State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a government agency based in Jefferson City. It manages public services across departments including agriculture, conservation, corrections, and health. The organization employs over 10,001 people. Its work supports families, communities, and natural resources throughout the state.
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