About the role#
As a Summer Engineering Intern with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, you will gain hands-on experience working on highway construction projects. This role allows you to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering tasks while working in the field.
What you'll do#
- Perform inspections on routine phases of construction projects.
- Use computer programs to manage construction records and documentation.
- Participate as a member of a survey crew.
- Conduct tests on various construction materials.
- Complete other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
What you'll need#
- Status as a three-fourths time student in good standing, currently pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline.
- A valid driver's license.
- Effective communication skills and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Physical ability to move, drag, and lift up to 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to work in outdoor temperature extremes and perform tasks such as climbing, bending, and walking long distances.
- Availability to work the schedule set by your supervisor, which may include overtime or irregular hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Kearney, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
- Work Modality: On-site.
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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