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Website State of Washington
Job Description:
WSDOT has several exciting engineering internships available this summer throughout the state. These are unique opportunities for currently enrolled students looking to apply their classroom training to real world scenarios. The Transportation Engineer (TE) internships provide the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the practical application of engineering procedures, concepts, and techniques in an on-the-job environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Field inspections with tasks such as collecting material samples, performing materials testing, preparing field note records, and collecting tickets
- Preparation of contract change orders
- Preparation of design reports; traffic data, access reports, environmental documentation, and research
- Compilation of final records
- Collection of data and general reporting
- Preparation of plans, specification and estimates
- Construction office engineering with tasks such as checking calculations of elevations, grades, earthwork, etc.
Job Requirements:
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Civil Engineering or another closely related field of study
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites throughout assigned geographic area
- Ability and willingness to work in adverse weather conditions
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Knowledge of engineering plans
- Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds of various material and equipment
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency with computers, office software, and engineering software
- Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain
Qualification & Experience:
- Internships are temporary employment opportunities, expected to last 3 – 6 months, for students working toward an undergraduate degree (RCW 43.06.420).
Job Details:
Company: State of Washington
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Job Functions: Information Technology
Job Location: Spokane, WA, US
Application Deadline: N/A
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