Summer Engineering Intern District 5 Chadron

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Chadron NE

Hiring Rate:

$19.036

Job Posting:

JR2026- Summer Engineering Intern - District 5 - Chadron (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

As a Summer Engineering Intern at the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) youll have the opportunity to supplement your classroom experience with valuable hands-on engineering experience working in the field on various highway construction projects.

The Nebraska Department of Transportation is the State Agency responsible for the planning development design and construction of the States transportation systems. We employ more than 2100 professionals statewide which includes more than 190 Civil Engineers. Many of our Interns accept employment opportunities as Engineers upon graduation and we hope youll consider joining us this summer to find out more about what we do!

Job Duties

• Interns will be mentored and trained to perform inspection on routine phases of construction projects.
• Utilize computer programs to keep construction records and documentation including Windows and web-based programs computer-aided drafting & design (CADD) Microsoft Office and mobile applications.
• Participate as a member of a survey crew and perform tests on construction materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Must be a three-fourths time student in good standing majoring in a discipline or field related to the work to be assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: Civil Engineering student with relevant coursework.

Other:

• Must be currently pursuing a degree in an engineering discipline.
• Must have a valid drivers license.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication skills.
• Must have strong work ethic dedication and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must be able to safely move drag and lift 35 pounds frequently up to 60 pounds occasionally (without assistance) and 90 or more pounds infrequently (with assistance).
• Must be able to climb bend stoop walk long distances work in outdoor temperature extremes.
• Must be able to work the schedule required by the hiring supervisor which may include working overtime and/or irregular work hours as needed.
• Must be able to perform routine tasks using a computer including word processing and Excel spreadsheets.

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