About the role#
The Iowa Department of Transportation is hiring engineering students for hands-on experience in highway construction. You will work on projects throughout the eastern portion of District 5, including grading, asphalt and concrete paving, bridge work, and culvert installation. The department provides training and certification for all required materials testing procedures.
What you'll do#
- Conduct inspections on small to moderately complex construction projects to ensure compliance with Iowa DOT plans and specifications.
- Measure and document quantities, review field construction reports, and verify material certifications.
- Perform standard quality control tests, including air and slump tests on concrete and density and thickness checks on asphalt.
- Monitor ready mix and Portland cement concrete paving plants for compliance.
- Document project progress, track expenditures, and prepare authorizations for vouchers using computerized record keeping programs.
- Review traffic control set-ups on rural highway projects to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assist the resident construction engineer with technical duties and report analysis.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least two years in civil, construction, materials, or transportation engineering, or an engineering management curriculum.
- Enrollment at an accredited four-year college or university.
- Eligibility for junior status upon returning to school.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairfield, Iowa.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Modality: On-site.
- 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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