NCDOT Technical ServicesPhotogrammetry Unit Intern

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Secretary

Job Classification Title

S-Education & Training (S)

Position Number

Grade

TS

About Us

Its the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus accountability and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Summer 2026 (May 2026 July 2026)
Full-time Work Schedule
Monday- Friday 40 hours per week

Internship Opportunity: Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern

Department: Technical Services Photogrammetry Unit
Location: Photogrammetry Unit Building B Century Center 10120 Birch Ridge Drive Raleigh 27610
Internship Duration: 10-week internship (May 26 2026- July 31 2026)

Position Overview

The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is a specialized division dedicated to supporting North Carolinas transportation initiatives through advanced geospatial and photogrammetric technologies. The unit plays a critical role in creating and maintaining precise mapping and geospatial data that supports engineering design infrastructure development and project planning for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Utilizing cutting-edge tools like Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS the team develops high-quality maps analyzes aerial imagery and performs data validation to ensure accurate and reliable geospatial information. The unit also manages and updates NCDOTs extensive geospatial data holdings provides visual quality assurance for critical projects and collaborates with engineers to produce vicinity maps and other essential geospatial products. With its expertise in geomatics and photogrammetry the team is instrumental in enabling efficient data-driven decision-making across the departments transportation initiatives.

The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is seeking a motivated intern to assist with geospatial data organization analysis and mapping tasks essential to North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) projects. This internship offers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools providing valuable skills in photogrammetry geomatics and geospatial sciences.

Responsibilities
Data Organization & Mapping

oCreate organize and manage historical NCDOT aerial photography boundary data using Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS.
oAssist with the preparation of orthorectified digital mosaics and other geospatial mapping products.
Data Maintenance & Project Development

oUpdate and maintain the Photogrammetry Units geospatial data holdings and digital image library of historical imagery.
oComplete a small photogrammetric project from planning through final delivery performing all associated tasks.

Quality Assurance & Review

oConduct visual quality reviews of imagery tiles including support for projects.
oLearn how final mapping files are reviewed and validated prior to delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

Educational Background

oPursuing a degree in Geomatics Civil Engineering Earth Science or Geospatial Science.

Technical Skills

oFamiliarity with or interest in Bentley MicroStation ArcGIS photogrammetric tools and geospatial technologies.
oGeneral computer skills with the ability to learn specialized mapping and engineering software.

Soft Skills

oDetail-oriented with a strong willingness to learn new technical concepts and workflows.
oStrong organizational time-management and problem-solving skills.
Internship Structure

Training:

oInterns will receive hands-on guidance to acquire the necessary technical skills for assigned tasks.
oDue to time constraints mastery of advanced skills may be limited during the internship period.

Evaluation:

oPerformance will be assessed based on the timely and accurate completion of assignments.

Career Development

This internship provides an excellent foundation for a career in photogrammetry geomatics or civil engineering by working directly with geospatial and aerial imagery data in a professional setting.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Application Requirements:

To apply for this internship please submit the following documents:

Resume:

• Highlight your educational background relevant coursework skills work experience and extracurricular activities that demonstrate your qualifications for the position.

Academic Transcript:

• Provide an unofficial or official transcript that lists your completed coursework grades and current GPA. This will help us assess your academic qualifications and areas of study.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a currently enrolled full-time student in a bachelors masters or professional level program at an accredited or recently graduated from a North Carolina Historically Black College/University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) within the past year.
• 24 credit hours completed.
• Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)

Has legal right to work in the U.S. and do not need sponsorship

Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)To help you with your interview we suggest that you do your research: know some background about NCDOT and the business area to which you are applying. We also suggest that you practice your interview skills by discussing your experience and job history with a family member friend or mentor.

Apply Today to gain practical experience and contribute to impactful transportation projects!

More Information About The Office of HBCU Outreach:

Website:NCDOT: HBCU/MIHE Internship Program

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Alexis Leanne Palcher

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