Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker - Stu

Overview

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Working Title: Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker
Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior
Agency: Transportation Dept

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is posting to fill multiple Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Land Management student worker positions for the summer of 2026. Positions will assist and provide support to engineering offices throughout MnDOT by performing pre-engineering work as assigned and directed by the hiring supervisor. Students will gain hands-on transportation work experience in areas such as construction, surveying, design, project management, bridge maintenance, materials, environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic. A valid driver’s license is required for some positions.

For more information on MnDOT’s Civil Engineering Student Worker Program (CEP) and current openings, please visit: Civil Engineering Student Worker Program - Careers - MnDOT (state.mn.us).

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-engineering work as assigned and directed by the hiring supervisor.
• Gain hands-on transportation work experience in construction, surveying, design, project management, bridge maintenance, materials, environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic.
• Assist engineering offices within MnDOT across locations.

Locations and Programs

2026 Summer Job Opportunities and Locations (subject to change)

• Twin Cities/Metro Area
  • Golden Valley: Construction, Surveying
  • Maplewood: Materials Management
  • Mendota Heights: Construction, Surveying
  • Oakdale: Bridge Ratings, Bridge Assets Management, Bridge Hydraulics, Construction
  • Roseville: Bridge Maintenance, Traffic Speed Zones
  • St. Paul: Geodetic Surveying
• Greater Minnesota
  • Detroit Lakes: Design, Construction, Traffic
  • Marshall: Contract Administration
  • Morris/Handcock: Construction
  • Rochester: Project Management, Traffic, Materials
  • St. Cloud: Materials

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo or Structural Engineering OR Land Management.
• Taking two or more classes per semester. You will be asked to complete an education verification form prior to employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Students completing their junior year; all college levels encouraged to apply.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Other Details

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Location: Various
• Telework Eligible: No (some positions may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule)
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Anticipated Start Date: 5/18/2026
• End Date: 8/29/2026
• Travel Required: No

Application Process

If you meet the above qualifications, please email the following documents to CivilEngineeringProgram.DOT@state.mn.us: Resume, Current transcript, Location preference form. Apply by selecting “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions about applying, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or careers@state.mn.us. For more information about the application process, visit http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Benefits and Equity

The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion and provides benefits, support resources, and development opportunities. Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity employers and strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for applicants with disabilities.

Other

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.