College Intern - Civil Engineering/Construction - Summer 2026 (Multiple PN%27s)

State of Ohio•Delaware, DE

About The Position

These duties include training in proper procedures for inspections of work being done by contractors, including widening & resurfacing projects; Hazard elimination (safety upgrading); Signing; Guardrail; Intersections; Drainage facilities; Assisting in surveying; Form & reinforcing steel; Concrete placement on structures; Flexible & rigid pavement; Assist in bituminous plants; Perform tests on concrete & soil. The student will perform support functions in record keeping, maintain accurate data of work performed, organize materials & compiles information to assist in report preparation. Our engineers are in the field overseeing projects being constructed from the ground up. Whether it is a simple roadway resurfacing or the construction of a new bridge, our civil engineers are in the middle of it all! May work in various counties (Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Madison, Marion, Morrow, Pickaway, and Union) based on the location of the construction project assigned. An internship with ODOT provides: Opportunity to learn the intricacies of the field from experienced professionals The ability to discover new skills unavailable in the classroom that enhances credibility and sets you apart from the rest A fast-paced, high-energy internship that will provide meaningful preparation for future professional employment Flexible hours adjusted to your school schedule As an ODOT College Intern you may have the following opportunity: Upon graduation, interns are eligible to apply to be an ODOT employee through the Transportation Civil Engineering (TCE) Program. This program gives a new engineer the on-the-job experience, continued education through training and seminars offered at ODOT and the ability to work with Professional Engineers leading towards the requirements necessary in obtaining their P.E. certification. Learn more about this program by visiting the TCE website at\: transportation.ohio.gov/TCEP To be eligible, you must be in good academic standing, pursuing a degree and be able to provide proof of Enrollment Documentation including your GPA.

Requirements

Must be in good academic standing
Pursuing a degree
Be able to provide proof of Enrollment Documentation including your GPA

Responsibilities

Training in proper procedures for inspections of work being done by contractors, including widening & resurfacing projects
Hazard elimination (safety upgrading)
Signing
Guardrail
Intersections
Drainage facilities
Assisting in surveying
Form & reinforcing steel
Concrete placement on structures
Flexible & rigid pavement
Assist in bituminous plants
Perform tests on concrete & soil
Perform support functions in record keeping
Maintain accurate data of work performed
Organize materials & compiles information to assist in report preparation

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
PAID Internship with the rate based on your rank in school
Real world experience
Work side-by-side with ODOT experts
The opportunity to work on an important mission while applying the knowledge you have gained through your education
Flexible hours adjusted to your school schedule