Civil Engineering Scholar – Summer Internship (Undergrad)

Virginia Department of Transportation; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is offering a Summer Scholar opportunity for undergraduate students in ABET-accredited civil engineering programs. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, external contacts, and consultants to support multiple engineering disciplines while gaining practical experience.

Applicants must be rising juniors or seniors, maintain Virginia residency, complete at least 12 credit hours per semester, be 18+ years old, and hold at least a 3.0 GPA.

Qualifications

• Rising junior or senior undergraduate in ABET civil engineering, civil engineering technology, or related program.
• Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester while a stipend recipient within the program.
• Maintain residency in Virginia and be at least 18 years old; minimum 3.0 GPA.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with VDOT staff and external contacts; proactively resolve issues.
• Complete assignments as directed and maintain daily documentation of activities.
• Apply principles of engineering technology to assigned programs and interpret policies in daily work.
• Participate in the summer scholar program and contribute to project documentation.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Computer proficiency

Engineering principles

Education

ABET civil engineering program

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is offering a Summer Scholar opportunity for undergraduate students in ABET-accredited civil engineering programs. The role emphasizes collaboration with staff, external contacts, and consultants to support multiple engineering disciplines while gaining practical experience.

Applicants must be rising juniors or seniors, maintain Virginia residency, complete at least 12 credit hours per semester, be 18+ years old, and hold at least a 3.0 GPA.