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Summer Engineering Intern - District 6 - North Platte

State of Nebraska
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 18 days
Location

North Platte, NE 69101, US

Salary

$15.63 - $18.75 per hour

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Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The Nebraska Department of Transportation is hiring a Summer Engineering Intern in North Platte, NE, with a hiring rate of $18.617 per hour.
  • This internship provides hands-on engineering experience in highway construction projects and is open to students majoring in a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Applicants must be at least three-fourths time students in good standing and preferably pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering.
  • The role requires effective communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to perform physical tasks related to construction work.
  • Interns will be mentored in various job duties, including construction inspections and using computer programs for documentation.

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27


Location:

North Platte, NE


Hiring Rate:

$18.617


Job Posting:

JR2026-00022063 Summer Engineering Intern - District 6 - North Platte (Evergreen) (Open)


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Job Description:

As a Summer Engineering Intern at the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), you'll 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 State’s transportation systems. We employ more than 2,100 professionals statewide, which includes more than 190 Civil Engineers. Many of our Interns accept employment opportunities as Engineers upon graduation and we hope you'll 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 driver’s license.
  • Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Effective communication skills.
  • 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.


 

If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.




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