Engineer Intern Applicant

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A state transportation agency in Louisiana seeks Engineer Intern Applicants to engage in valuable on-job training across diverse engineering sectors. Ideal candidates are recent graduates or students nearing graduation. Responsibilities include applying engineering skills for licensure, collecting samples, and assisting in transportation infrastructure maintenance. This temporary position provides practical experience and may last up to 36 months, potentially leading to longer-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Ideal for recent engineering graduates or students.
• Strong basic engineering skills required.

Responsibilities

• Apply elementary engineering skills for licensure experience.
• Collect samples for laboratory analysis.
• Assist with inspection and maintenance of transportation infrastructure.
• Aid in performing computations and analyses of engineering considerations
• Assist with inspection, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure

Skills

Elementary engineering skills

Sample collection techniques

Basic engineering calculations

Inspection and construction assistance

Education

Eligibility for Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate

Job description

SW/CONT/EIA-03.03.26/JC

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), our work keeps Louisiana moving. We plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and improve quality of life across the state. DOTD employees perform meaningful public service work that has a visible, statewide impact every day.

About This Job

DOTD is seeking to fill Engineer Intern Applicant positions statewide. Available across all Sections and Districts within the Office of Operations and the Office of Engineering, these roles offer valuable on‑job training and hands‑on experience for individuals beginning their professional engineering careers. These positions are ideal for recent engineering graduates or college students within 90 days of graduation who are eligible for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Minimum Qualifications

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Note: This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

Note: Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties

• Apply elementary engineering skills to acquire practical experience for licensure
• Collect samples for laboratory analysis using special techniques
• Apply basic engineering formulas to routine calculations
• Aid in performing computations and analyses of engineering considerations
• Assist with inspection, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure

Position‑Specific Details

Appointment Type: This position will be filled by a job appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. This position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

Applicants may apply up to 90 days prior to receipt of the baccalaureate/master's degree.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jessamye Charette
Human Resources Manager B
[phone]
[e-mail]

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.