About the role#
As a Summer Engineering Intern with the Nebraska Department of Transportation, you will gain hands-on experience working in the field on highway construction projects. This position provides a chance to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering tasks while working alongside professionals in District 5.
What you'll do#
- Perform inspections on routine phases of construction projects.
- Maintain construction records and documentation using computer programs, including Microsoft Office and CADD.
- Participate as a member of a survey crew.
- Conduct tests on 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 pursuing a degree in Civil, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- You should have effective communication skills and a strong work ethic.
- The ability to work well as part of a team is essential.
- You must be able to perform routine computer tasks, including word processing and Excel spreadsheets.
- You must be able to climb, bend, stoop, walk long distances, and work in outdoor temperature extremes.
- You must be able to safely move, drag, and lift 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and 90 or more pounds infrequently.
- You must be available to work overtime or irregular hours as needed.
- Civil Engineering students with relevant coursework are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chadron, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, on-site.
- This is a paid position.
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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