Highway Construction Intern - Materials Testing & Field QC

State of Iowa; Chariton (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Transportation seeks engineering students to gain hands-on experience in the construction field as a Highway Construction Intern. You will inspect highway projects across the western portion of District 5, document measurements and testing, and ensure work complies with Iowa DOT plans, specifications, and standards.

You will also monitor ready-mix and Portland cement concrete plants, record test results, review field reports, and assist with vouchers and progress reports.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years in civil, construction, materials, or transportation engineering.
• Eligible for junior status upon return to school.
• Engineering management curriculum eligibility.
• Potential option for students who do not meet the above requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in highway construction inspection duties.
• Measure quantities and document tests and results.
• Review field construction reports and material certifications.
• Prepare vouchers and progress reports; monitor plant operations.

Skills

Inspection

Record keeping

Communication

Education

Engineering major

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

The Iowa Department of Transportation seeks engineering students to gain hands-on experience in the construction field as a Highway Construction Intern. You will inspect highway projects across the western portion of District 5, document measurements and testing, and ensure work complies with Iowa DOT plans, specifications, and standards.

You will also monitor ready-mix and Portland cement concrete plants, record test results, review field reports, and assist with vouchers and progress reports.