ENGINEER INTERN APPLICANT - ENGINEER INTERN 2

Grambling State University; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is recruiting an Engineer Intern Applicant to support transportation projects, with no prior engineering experience required. Positions span several parishes and report to an Engineer Supervisor, offering training and career progression through the Engineering job series.

Compensation includes tiered hourly rates for Engineer Intern levels, with SER rates for Intern 1 and Intern 2, contingent on certification and experience.

Qualifications

• No prior engineering experience is required; training is provided.
• Career progression through the Engineering job series is available.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Review plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and DOTD staff.
• Review quantities, payments, and project-related materials as assigned.
• Support certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audits.

Job description

Region 3 Recruitment for the following District Parishes:

District 02: Jefferson, Lafourche, Orleans, Plaquemines, St Bernard, St Charles, Terrebonne

District 03: Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St Landry, St Martin, St Mary, Vermilion

District 07: Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

DOTD is seeking an Engineer Intern Applicant – Engineer Intern 2 to support transportation projects and programs. This position supports the development, delivery, maintenance, or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles, conducting technical analysis, coordinating projects, and conducting compliance-related reviews.

No prior engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in the above-listed Parishes, and reports to Engineer Supervisor.

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.

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

Job Duties:

Depending on level and assignment, Engineer Intern Applicant-Engineer Intern 2 may:

• Perform engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Review plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitor or assist with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and internal DOTD staff.
• Review quantities, documentation, payments, work zone information, or project-related materials as assigned.
• Support construction certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audit activities.
• Assist with resolving construction-related issues, technical questions, or project delivery concerns.
• Support emergency or disaster response activities as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This Position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation:

Engineer Intern Applicant: $24.04 hourly / $1,923.20 Biweekly – Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Engineer Intern 1 – Special Entrance Rate (SER) $33.66 hourly / $2,692.80 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Engineer Intern 2 – Special Entrance Rate (SER) $36.02 hourly / $2,881.60 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate plus one year of professional engineering experience.

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment, the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

Upcoming Graduates:

Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification and confirmation that the applicant has received a qualifying degree. If selected, the applicant will be eligible to begin work the day after graduation. The selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcript confirming graduation within 60 days of hire.

Additional Information:

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply:

Contact Information:

Lela Babineaux
Human Resources District Manager, Region 3
[phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp