Intern Engineer Williston 3033572

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Dakota Department of Transportation is offering a paid internship in Williston, ND for Summer 2027. The role focuses on testing materials, surveying, and inspection on construction projects, with hands‑on work in aggregates, asphalt, concrete, and soils to verify specifications.

You must be enrolled in an undergrad program in engineering technology or civil/construction engineering, lift up to 50 pounds, hold a valid Class D license, and complete the interview process.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering technology, civil/construction engineering or similar undergraduate degree program.
• Able to lift and carry a total weight of up to 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid Class D Driver License for travel within the state of North Dakota.
• Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and successful completion of a job function screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing materials to ensure compliance with NDDOT specs.
• Gain experience in construction surveying and inspection.
• Test materials such as aggregate, hot mix asphalt, concrete, and soils.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driver license

Interview screening

Education

Engineering technology / Civil or construction engineering (undergrad)

Job description

Job ID 3033572
Location Williston, ND
Salary Range From 20.00 To 20.00 Hourly
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Temporary
FLSA Status Nonexempt
Must attach a copy of your unofficial transcript to be eligible for this internship.
This is a temporary position with no paid benefits.
All internships are paid full-time summer of 2027 positions.

Summary of Work
This internship will provide quality experience with learning and utilization of NDDOT plans and specifications while working on construction projects. Applicants will have the opportunity to gain experience in materials testing, construction surveying, and construction inspection. You will be testing materials such as aggregate, hot mix asphalt, concrete, and soils to ensure that the materials meet NDDOT specifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering technology, civil/construction engineering or similar undergraduate degree program.
• Requires ability to lift and carry a total weight of up to 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid Class D Driver License for travel within the state of North Dakota.
• Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and successful completion of a job function screening.

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