About the role#
The Seeds Student Worker program offers paid positions for students to gain experience at the Minnesota Department of Transportation. This program prepares participants for potential full-time roles within the agency after graduation. We hire for multiple vacancies on a rolling basis across various locations in Minnesota.
What you'll do#
- Develop policies and provide essential services to the public.
- Contribute to the agency mission of maintaining transportation systems like highways, railways, and airports.
- Improve the well-being and quality of life for Minnesotans.
- Grow your professional skills through hands-on work and training.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at a college, university, trade, or technical school.
- At least one academic year remaining in your program before graduation.
- A field of study that meets current agency needs, such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources, Civil Engineering, or Chemistry.
- Minimum 2.5 GPA for non-engineering majors or 3.0 GPA for engineering majors.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Positions are available in various locations throughout Minnesota.
- Work modalities include hybrid and on-site options depending on the specific vacancy.
- This is a part-time role with day shift hours, Monday through Friday.
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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