About the role#
As a Materials Intern with the Missouri Department of Transportation, you will assist in ensuring that materials used for state highway construction and maintenance meet required specifications. You will work under moderate supervision to sample and test various products to confirm they are suitable for use.
What you'll do#
- Sample and test general construction materials like steel, pipe, paint, asphalt, and cement to determine if they meet project specifications.
- Approve or reject materials based on your testing results.
- Test fine and coarse aggregate production for quality and gradation compliance at supplier quarries.
- Prepare samples for bituminous trial mixes and coordinate with contractors regarding mix information.
- Inspect plants that produce bituminous mixtures to ensure material quality.
- Perform inspections of prestressed or precast concrete and conduct special sampling for federal aid projects.
- Maintain accurate records of test results, product reports, and approved materials.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor's or post-bachelor's degree program in Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
- Engineering students must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited program.
- Completion of at least 30 credit hours.
- An overall GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship based in Chesterfield, Missouri.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid position.
- Work hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
About State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a government agency based in Jefferson City. It manages public services across departments including agriculture, conservation, corrections, and health. The organization employs over 10,001 people. Its work supports families, communities, and natural resources throughout the state.
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