About the role#
The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring an Engineering Intern for the District 2 Primary Design team. This role focuses on highway repair, rehabilitation, and safety projects. You will gain experience in CADD and learn about the design processes and policies used by the department.
What you'll do#
- Identify problems that need to be addressed by a project.
- Design solutions and document your decisions.
- Estimate work quantities and prepare cost estimates.
- Draft final construction plans for project letting.
- Coordinate designs with other DOT offices, local governments, and private consulting firms.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited four-year college or university.
- Completion of at least two years in civil, construction, materials, or transportation engineering, or an engineering management curriculum.
- Eligibility for junior status when you return to school.
Location & details#
- Location: Mason City, Iowa.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: $19.76 per hour.
About State of Iowa - Executive Branch
The State of Iowa Executive Branch delivers public services through 16 distinct agencies. These departments manage sectors ranging from agriculture and transportation to public health and corrections. Established in 1858, the organization employs over 10,000 people. It focuses on efficiency and service delivery for the citizens of Iowa.
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