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Engineer Intern Applicant To Engineer Intern 2


Job Location:

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: m 4167 - 7502
Posted: 22 August 2026 (23 days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job


Section 42 - Traffic Engineering and Services
42//EA-EI2/08.19.26-AS

At DOTD our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive inclusive and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity innovation and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Position:

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) we plan build maintain and protect the transportation systems that connect communities support commerce and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

DOTD is seeking a DataCollection / Asset ManagementEngineerto support transportation projects and programs through transportation data collection asset management systems data analysis reporting and development of products that support data-driven transportation decisions. This position supports the development delivery maintenance or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles conducting technical analysis coordinating projects and conducting compliance-related reviews.

No prior engineering experience is required training is provided with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish and reports to the Engineer 6/Equipment Engineer.

While in an official capacity DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws rules and regulations as well as DOTD policies procedures manuals and directives.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
Qualifications

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

NOTE:
This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

NOTE:
Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at .

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Depending on level and assignment Engineer Intern Applicant-Engineer Intern 2 may:

  • Performs or supports transportation data collection analysis reporting or asset management activities.
  • Uses databases mapping tools data systems or other technical applications to support transportation decision-making.
  • Prepares or reviews reports datasets dashboards maps or technical products related to transportation assets.
  • Supports development maintenance or improvement of asset management systems and data collection processes.
  • Coordinates with DOTD sections districts consultants and stakeholders to gather validate or report transportation data.
  • Evaluates data quality completeness and usability for planning programming maintenance or policy decisions.
  • Assists with performance-based analysis trend review or transportation system reporting.
  • Provides technical support related to data-driven transportation decisions

Position Specific Details:
Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant Engineer Intern 1 or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation: The following reflects the beginning biweekly salary for each level. A Special Entrance Rate (SER) may apply to qualifying positions.

  • Engineer Intern Applicant $1923.20 biweekly
  • Engineer Intern 1 SER at $2115.20 biweekly
  • Engineer Intern 2 SER at $2263.20 biweekly

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

Upcoming Graduates: Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification and confirmation that the applicant has received a qualifying degree. If selected the applicant will be eligible to begin work the day after graduation. The selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcript confirming graduation within 60 days of hire.

Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply:


How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the Application Status link after logging into their account.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Ben Tassin

Engineer 6 / Section 42


The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex national origin political affiliation disability age or pregnancy and prohibits harassment of any type.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.


Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: Experience:

Intern