Construction Division Intern

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$19.036

Job Posting:

JR2026-00028466 Construction Division Intern (Open)

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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Transportation's (NDOT) Construction Division is offering an opportunity for a college student interested in furthering their plans, specification, cost estimating and construction knowledge and experience! If you are interested in hands-on, real-world experience in a supportive and collaborative team environment, apply today!

Job Duties

The selected candidate will track and review roadway, bridge and building plan corrections to verify that they reflect the requested changes. They will be responsible for tracking the submittal and return of plan corrections to the project designer, which will include being in close contact with NDOT designers and consultants. The work involved will be of a broad scope, complexity, and diversity. In addition to the primary responsibility reviewing plan changes, the selected individual will gain experience preparing cost estimating related documentation for the Department and may gain experience with the preparation letting packages, contract time allowance, project final review and other Construction Division responsibilities.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Must be a three-fourths student in good standing majoring in a discipline or field related to the work to be assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A second semester sophomore majoring in horizontal or vertical design or construction experience in the use of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

Other:

• Applicants must be at least a three fourths time student majoring in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field and be able to work at least 12 hours a week when classes are in session, 16 hours a week preferred.
• Temporary full-time employment may be available during scheduled school breaks.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.