Construction EIT: Highway Projects & Inspections

State of Colorado; Craig (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PERA retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Colorado's CDOT is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer Intern to support planning, design and construction activities for highway projects. You will work under licensed engineers to apply professional engineering processes and advance toward licensure.

The role emphasizes learning to prepare contract payments, inspect contractor work, and assemble plans using CDOT formats and MicroStation, with opportunities for growth and certification.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern with the Colorado State Board.
• One year of professional experience related to the work.
• Willingness to obtain PE licensure within eight years.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry level engineering design and construction support under supervision.
• Assist with plans, organize and conduct projects in highway engineering.
• Oversee contractor work for compliance with plans and specs.
• Prepare payments and document progress for contractor work.
• Assemble plans and specifications using CDOT formats and MicroStation.
• Learn and apply CDOT standards and design manuals.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Engineer Intern enrollment

One year related experience

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

State of Colorado's CDOT is seeking an entry-level Civil Engineer Intern to support planning, design and construction activities for highway projects. You will work under licensed engineers to apply professional engineering processes and advance toward licensure.

The role emphasizes learning to prepare contract payments, inspect contractor work, and assemble plans using CDOT formats and MicroStation, with opportunities for growth and certification.