Seasonal Engineering Intern - Operations

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Seasonal Engineering Interns for the summer of 2027. The Seasonal Engineering Intern Program is designed to give engineering students an opportunity to obtain on-the-job training from May 16 through August 15. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

Requirements

Completion of high school or a GED
Current enrollment in a college engineering program
Valid driver’s license.
Statewide travel which may require overnight stays
ANSI Class 75, 6-inch or higher steel toe safety shoes.
Proof of automobile liability insurance.
Successful completion of a background screening.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the routine practices of civil engineering.
Working knowledge of communication systems technology.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Analytical ability to solve routine engineering problems.
Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Assists with Roadway Designation Resolution requests for the traffic engineering program.
Assists with various roadside maintenance efforts such as the statewide Integrated Roadside Vegetation Maintenance Plan, Operations Monarch Conservation Plan, pollinator and monarch conservation research, and the bi-weekly pollinator report.
Summarizes various winter maintenance reports dealing with snow removal, roadway weather information system options, deicing technologies, living snow fence data, and other winter operations programs utilizing various Microsoft Office programs and the current asset management program.
Assists the Incident Management and Communications Systems Manager in the operation and maintenance of the department’s StarComm21 wireless communications system.
Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.