About the role#
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hiring student workers for the summer of 2027. These positions provide hands-on experience in transportation engineering. You will work within various engineering offices to support projects across the state. This is a part-time, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Perform pre-engineering work under the direction of a supervisor.
- Assist with projects in construction, surveying, and design.
- Support teams in project management, bridge maintenance, and materials testing.
- Contribute to environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic engineering tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo, or Structural Engineering, or Land Management.
- You must be taking two or more classes per semester.
- Junior year status is preferred.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. The department does not provide work visa sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Locations include Golden Valley, Maplewood, Oakdale, Roseville, St. Paul, Baxter, Hutchinson, Marshall, Morris, St. Cloud, and Willmar.
- This is a paid position running from May 19, 2027, to August 27, 2027.
- A valid driver's license may be required for some positions.
- Employment is subject to a background check, including criminal history and reference checks.
About State of Minnesota
The State of Minnesota operates as a government entity with offices in 86 of the 87 counties in the state. It employs over 50,000 people across more than 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities. The organization manages public services ranging from transportation and natural resources to healthcare and law enforcement. Its headquarters are located in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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