Traffic Permits & Field Inspections Intern

State of Missouri; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri’s MoDOT Chesterfield office is seeking a traffic intern to assist with roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposals on department right of way. You will perform inspections and help ensure compliance with permit specifications under moderate supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration with contractors, developers, and governmental entities, offering exposure to traffic planning and project reviews in a State DOT environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program.
• ABET-accredited program is required for engineering candidates.
• Overall GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Must have completed at least 30 credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and issues permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with project specs.
• Meets with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and policies on permits.
• Reviews and approves proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility (drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow) and coordinates with other district departments.
• Reviews work zone requests and approves or restricts activity based on traffic and community impact.
• Conducts field inspections of projects and work zones, and measures traffic control devices to ensure standards are met.

Skills

ABET-accredited programs

GPA 2.0+

Credit hours 30+

Education

Enrollment in bachelor's or post-bachelor's degree program

ABET-accredited engineering program

Minimum 30 credit hours completed

Job description

State of Missouri’s MoDOT Chesterfield office is seeking a traffic intern to assist with roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposals on department right of way. You will perform inspections and help ensure compliance with permit specifications under moderate supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration with contractors, developers, and governmental entities, offering exposure to traffic planning and project reviews in a State DOT environment.