SEASONAL ENGINEERING INTERN - DISTRICT 3

State of Illinois • Ottawa, IL

31d • $26

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Seasonal Engineering Interns for the summer of 2026. 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. Essential Functions:
Provides accurate designs, measurements, computations, and documentation.
Keeps the Resident Engineer/Technician informed of any problems encountered or deviations made.
Ensures that work performed is in accordance with the specifications.
Performs all 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.

Requirements

• Completion of high school or a GED
• Current enrollment in a college engineering program
• Valid driver’s license.
• Frequent travel within the district.
• 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

• Understanding of design plans/blueprint reading and the ability to perform necessary technical computations in plan preparation.
• Education in math to the level of trigonometry.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of materials testing and laboratory testing equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provides accurate designs, measurements, computations, and documentation.
• Keeps the Resident Engineer/Technician informed of any problems encountered or deviations made.
• Ensures that work performed is in accordance with the specifications.
• Performs all 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees