Construction Division Intern

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible internship schedule

Job summary

State of Nebraska's Transportation - Agency 27 in Lincoln, NE invites college students for a Construction Division Intern position. The role focuses on planning, estimating, and reviewing plan corrections, with hands‑on experience in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates are 3/4‑time students majoring in engineering, architecture, construction management or related fields, able to work at least 12 hours weekly (16 preferred) during sessions; temporary full‑time may occur during breaks.

Qualifications

• Must be a three‑fourths student in good standing majoring in a discipline related to the work.
• Likely pursuing engineering, architecture, construction management or related field.
• Strong communication and computer skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Track and review plan corrections for roadway, bridge and building projects to reflect requested changes.
• Coordinate submittal/return of plan corrections with project designers and NDOT staff.
• Assist in cost estimating documentation and potential letting packages preparation.

Skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

CADD

Education

Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

CADD

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00028466 Construction Division Intern (Open)

Hiring Agency

Transportation - Agency 27

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$19.036

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Job Description

The Nebraska Department of Transportation's (NDOT) Construction Division is offering an opportunity for a college student interested in furthering their plans, specification, cost estimating and construction knowledge and experience! If you are interested in hands‑on, real‑world experience in a supportive and collaborative team environment,

Job Duties

The selected candidate will track and review roadway, bridge and building plan corrections to verify that they reflect the requested changes. They will be responsible for tracking the submittal and return of plan corrections to the project designer, which will include being in close contact with NDOT designers and consultants. The work involved will be of a broad scope, complexity, and diversity. In addition to the primary responsibility reviewing plan changes, the selected individual will gain experience preparing cost estimating related documentation for the Department and may gain experience with the preparation letting packages, contract time allowance, project final review and other Construction Division responsibilities.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a three‑fourths student in good standing majoring in a discipline or field related to the work to be assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• A second semester sophomore majoring in horizontal or vertical design or construction experience in the use of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

Other

• Applicants must be at least a three fourths time student majoring in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field and be able to work at least 12 hours a week when classes are in session, 16 hours a week preferred.
• Temporary full‑time employment may be available during scheduled school breaks.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Effective communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.