About the role#
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is hiring for an Engineer Intern Applicant or Engineer Intern 2 to assist with the development, maintenance, and improvement of state transportation infrastructure. This role provides an entry point into public service engineering, where you will apply technical principles to real-world transportation projects. Training is provided, and the position offers a clear path for career progression within the engineering job series.
What you'll do#
- Perform engineering tasks related to construction project delivery, field engineering, and construction oversight.
- Review project plans, specifications, estimates, and construction documentation.
- Monitor contractor work to ensure it meets DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
- Coordinate with internal staff, inspectors, consultants, contractors, and project engineers.
- Review quantities, payments, work zone information, and project materials.
- Support technical activities including eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, and final audits.
- Assist in resolving construction-related technical questions and project delivery concerns.
- Support emergency or disaster response activities when needed.
What you'll need#
- Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
- Ability to work on-site in the assigned Louisiana parishes.
- If you are a student, you may apply if you are within 90 days of graduation.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid position located in Louisiana.
- Work is performed on-site.
- This role is part of a career progression group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2 depending on qualifications.
- Appointment types may be job appointments or probational appointments.
About State of Louisiana
The State of Louisiana operates as a government agency. It provides public service career options across major metropolitan centers and rural areas. The organization maintains its headquarters in Baton Rouge. It employs over 6,000 people.
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