Hybrid Engineering Intern — Bridges & Structures

Illinois Comptroller; Springfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Transportation in Springfield is hiring Seasonal Engineering Interns for the 2027 summer. The program runs May 16 to August 15 with a hybrid in-office schedule (1 to 5 days per week) at the Springfield headquarters.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in a college engineering program; preferred candidates understand design plans/blueprints and basic math. College transcripts are required with the application.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or GED.
• Current enrollment in a college engineering program.
• Preference for understanding design plans/blueprints and ability to perform technical computations.

Responsibilities

• Assists with processing bridge contract plans.
• Assists with the preparation of estimates.
• Assists with processes to determine bridge load capacities.
• Performs duties in compliance with safety rules and fair treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

College engineering program enrollment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Illinois Department of Transportation in Springfield is hiring Seasonal Engineering Interns for the 2027 summer. The program runs May 16 to August 15 with a hybrid in-office schedule (1 to 5 days per week) at the Springfield headquarters.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be enrolled in a college engineering program; preferred candidates understand design plans/blueprints and basic math. College transcripts are required with the application.