D1 Intern-Transportation Associate - 55990888

State of Florida • Bartow, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The D1 Intern-Transportation Associate internship provides experience in the transportation industry. Under direct supervision, the selected candidate will perform routine tasks across different department work units, participate in team projects, and contribute to agency goals. Interns may engage in research and provide insights, interact with agency leadership and external partners, and review and perform technical tasks within a selected focus track.

Available tracks include Engineering, Transportation, Business, and Self-Designed. The Engineering track explores professional engineering roles; Transportation covers how the agency supports a safe and efficient transportation system; Business explores the business functions of an agency; and Self-Designed allows students to select one to three focus areas based on their interests or university requirements. Work is based at District One Headquarters in Bartow, Florida; select internships may be available in other District One offices in Polk, Manatee, Lee, Highlands, Hardee, or Hendry counties.

The Florida Department of Transportation encourages growth through engagement, training, and professional development, including access to computer-based and instructor-led courses. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or lawfully authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Participants must comply with applicable statutes, rules, department policies, procedures, regulations, and the Code of Ethics.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic math.
• Skills using a personal computer and Microsoft Office application programs.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide identification supporting citizenship or work authorization for the duration of program participation.
• Must comply with applicable statutes and rules and the Department’s policies, procedures, regulations, and Code of Ethics.

Nice To Haves

• STEM majors are recommended for the Engineering Track; any major may pursue the Transportation, Business, or Self-Designed tracks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks under direct supervision across different department work units.
• Engage in research and provide insights to support initiatives.
• Interact with executive leadership, team leads, project managers, fellow interns, and external partners.
• Participate in team projects, contribute to agency goals, and assist in driving organizational change.
• Review, gain general knowledge, and perform technical tasks within a selected focus track.

Benefits

• Access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses through the agency learning management system.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed