Engineering Intern – ERDP: Hands-On Training & Mentorship

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) offers an Engineer Intern Opportunity through the Engineering Resource Development Program (ERDP). This entry-level role provides hands-on engineering experience in field, office, and laboratory settings under close supervision, preparing graduates for licensure.

Eligible graduates within 90 days of graduation may apply. The program features structured training, career progression options, and special entrance rates.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for evaluating technical data.
• Ability to work collaboratively under supervision while applying engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic engineering principles and formulas to routine calculations.
• Assist with inspection, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure.
• Support laboratory, field, or office engineering activities.
• Collect and analyze samples for testing and evaluation.
• Assist in cost analyses and economic justification studies.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.
• Assist in supervision or coordination of technical staff as appropriate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) offers an Engineer Intern Opportunity through the Engineering Resource Development Program (ERDP). This entry-level role provides hands-on engineering experience in field, office, and laboratory settings under close supervision, preparing graduates for licensure.

Eligible graduates within 90 days of graduation may apply. The program features structured training, career progression options, and special entrance rates.