Student Intern - Bridge Hydraulics

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

2d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) has an exciting opportunity for a college engineering student interested in joining the Bridge Division's Hydraulics team and furthering their design knowledge and experience! If you are interested in hands-on, real-world design experience in a supportive and collaborative team environment, apply today!

Requirements

Must be a three-fourths student in good standing majoring in a discipline or field related to the work to be assigned.
Applicants must be at least a three fourths time student majoring in engineering or related field and be able to work at least 10 hours a week when classes are in session, 16 hours a week preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

Nice To Haves

A second semester sophomore majoring in Civil Engineering with experience in the use of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

Responsibilities

Assist in the design of roadway construction projects related to delineating drainage basins, determine peak flows with the rational and NRCS methods, and sizing non-bridge sized culverts using FHWA’s HY-8 culvert analysis program.
Perform analysis of stormwater treatment and storm sewer design.
Review FEMA floodplain maps and prepare maps along NDOT projects in order to assist engineers with certifying project related to floodplain impacts.
Assist in the review of work of a broad scope, complexity, and diversity.
Participate in and document engineering decisions and keep project correspondence files accurate and up to date.
Prepare for and participate in project meetings when needed, as well as prepare for and participate in project field inspections.
Complete training aspects of hydrology and hydraulics topics as they pertain to roadway design.
Perform other duties as assigned.