State of Michigan ยท 3 months ago
MDOT Internship Program
Michigan, United States
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$19.49/hr - $23.55/hr
Start in 2026 SpringThe State of Michigan's Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) offers an internship program for undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining government experience in civil engineering and transportation planning. Interns will perform various tasks including inspection, testing, surveying, and project administration under the guidance of experienced professionals.
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Responsibilities
Perform 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
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
Preferred
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
This program may have the ability to work a hybrid (office/home) schedule. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview
Benefits
Overtime compensation (per SEIU bargaining agreement)
Competitive pay rates
Flexible work schedules (contingent upon operational need)
Holiday pay
16 hours of initial annual (vacation) leave
Accrue annual and sick leave every pay period (per SEIU bargaining agreement)
401K benefits
Company
State of Michigan
State of Michigan is an American midwestern state located in the union of the United States.
Founded in 1837
10001+ employees
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Funding
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US Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administation
2022-09-02Grant
Leadership Team
Brad Stoddard
Director, Office of Michigan's Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)
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