Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker

State of Minnesota; Brainerd (MN); Hybrid; USD 2,500,000 - 3,334,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota invites undergraduates in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo, or Structural Engineering or Land Management to join MnDOT’s Civil Engineering Student Worker program for 2027. You will gain hands-on transportation experience supporting multiple offices, with assignments ranging from survey and design to project management and bridge maintenance.

These roles require a valid driver's license for some positions and prefer students who are in good academic standing.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo, or Structural Engineering OR Land Management.
• Two or more classes per semester enrollment required; education verification form may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide support to MnDOT engineering offices.
• Perform pre-engineering tasks as assigned by the supervisor, including design, surveying, project management, and construction support.
• Contribute to bridge maintenance, materials, environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic-related activities.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Geo Engineering

Structural Engineering

Land Management

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Working Title: Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker

Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 96281
• Location : Various
• Telework Eligible : No (Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule)
• Full/Part Time : Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Limited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 09/08/2026
• Closing Date : 03/05/2027 (Position will stay open until positions are filled)
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept /DOT
• Division/Unit : Human Resources
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Student Worker Paraprofessional Salary Range: $18.15 - $21.26 / hourly
• Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior Salary Range: $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly
• Classified Status : Unclassified
• Anticipated Start Date: 5/19/2027
• End Date: 8/27/2027
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

**** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. ****

This job posting will be used to fill multiple Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Geo Engineering, Construction Engineering and Land Management student worker positions for the summer of 2027. Positions will assist and provide support to engineering offices throughout the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) by performing pre-engineering work as assigned and directed by the hiring supervisor. Students will gain hands-on transportation work experience. Examples of assignments may include construction, surveying, design, project management, bridge maintenance, materials, environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic. (A valid driver's license is required for some positions.)

For more information on MnDOT's Civil Engineering Student Worker Program (CEP) and more details about the current openings, please visit: Civil Engineering Student Worker Program - Careers - MnDOT (state.mn.us).

2027 Summer Job Locations (this list is subject to change)

Twin Cities/Metro Area

• Golden Valley
• Maplewood
• Oakdale
• Roseville
• St. Paul

Greater Minnesota

• Baxter
• Hutchinson
• Marshall
• Morris
• St. Cloud
• Willmar

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo, or Structural Engineering OR Land Management.
• Student must be taking two (2) or more classes per semester. Any lesser credit load shall be treated as a semester off. You will be asked to complete an education verification form prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Students completing their junior year.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

**** Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** **

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.