Seasonal Traffic Engineering Assistant - Intern
About The Position
Anoka County’s Transportation division is hiring a Seasonal Traffic Engineering Assistant Intern for Spring/Summer 2027. The position supports the county highway system by collecting traffic data, assisting with permit reviews and field inspections, and helping with traffic engineering tasks. This is a seasonal, non-exempt, on-site position based at the Anoka County Highway building in Andover, Minnesota. The anticipated start date is around April/May 2027. The expected schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role involves work in a standard office environment and at county sites, including indoor and outdoor locations, unfinished structures, construction sites, and rough terrain. Assignments may involve changing weather, varied physical activity, travel between work sites, and potential exposure to chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, machinery vibration, and other hazards. The role requires use of computers, phones, office equipment, and inspection or surveying equipment as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 17 years old by the time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a civil technology, construction management, civil engineering degree program, or a related field.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
- Must successfully pass a criminal history and driver’s license background check.
- Ability to perform the physical, sensory, and cognitive activities described for the position, including varied physical work, handling equipment, interpreting written documents, and general mathematical tasks.
Nice To Haves
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret maps and pinpoint specific locations on the Anoka County Highway system.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience with CADD programs.
Responsibilities
- Install traffic video recorders and cumulative traffic counters at locations throughout the Anoka County Highway system.
- Collect, record, and assist in compiling data from video recorders and traffic counters.
- Assist with preparing traffic count reports, traffic signal warrant analyses, maps, and graphics.
- Assist with permit reviews and field inspections.
- Assist with preparing and reviewing traffic control layouts.
- Assist with reviewing plats and development submittals.
- Assist with field work related to permanent signage and striping.
- Assist with tasks related to traffic signal timing and coordination.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
