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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

MDOT Internship Program

Various, MI

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18.92/hr - $22.86/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

NEOGOV is offering an internship program through the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) for undergraduate and graduate students. This program provides valuable work experience in civil engineering and transportation planning, allowing students to engage in tasks such as inspection, surveying, design, and data analysis while developing professional skills and networking opportunities.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performing entry and intermediate level work, including but not limited to inspection, testing, surveying, design plans, community and local partner engagement, forecasting, geospatial mapping technology, data analysis, asset management and project administration for the department road, bridge, and facilities programs

Qualification

Civil EngineeringConstruction ManagementGeographic Information SystemsLand SurveyingTransportation PlanningData AnalysisCommunity EngagementGeospatial MappingAsset ManagementProject Management

Required

Open to all undergraduate/graduate students currently enrolled and studying in the engineering and technology fields with priority to Civil Engineering, Civil Technology, Construction Management, Land Surveying, Planning, and Geographic Information Systems

Cumulative GPA must be a 2.0 or higher

First semester/term college students can apply now by attaching a copy of the current semester course schedule that reflects the student's name, college information, course, and credit enrollment

A transcript reflecting earning a minimum of 24 semester credits or 36 term credits and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher prior is required prior to entry into the program

Interns returning to MDOT in subsequent years must show reasonable accumulation of credits, up to the maximum number of years allowed in the program (six years). Students must have earned at least the following number of credits for each returning year: 2nd year - 36 semester credits or 51 term credits, 3rd year - 48 semester credits or 66 term credits, 4th year - 60 semester credits or 81 term credits, 5th year - 72 semester credits or 96 term credits, 6th year - 84 semester credits or 111 term credits

Last semester official college transcript and current course schedule is to be attached to the on-line application (college transcript is not required for first semester/term students). The transcript is to include the student's name, college/university information, credits earned, and grades received to date

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen

Valid Driver's License

Candidates are required to demonstrate progression in the program by enrolling and successfully completing classes and courses that are consistent with their area of study

The program may require a Certification in Federal Material Testing and Sampling Methods (involves passing a written and proficiency exam to be completed after hire)

Participation in the program could lead to a permanent position within the Michigan Department of Transportation for college seniors after successful completion of the season and satisfactory performance