College Internship Program

Summer Intern (S) It's the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. The Summer Internship Program offers college students in good academic standing the opportunity to learn about the work performed at NCDOT and to gain valuable exposure. There will be opportunities to work in a number of units across the state, with placement based on the student's preferences and Department needs. Job duties will vary by assignment. Work Session: May 10th through August 6th. Main Assignments Available: Aviation, Bicycle and Pedestrian, Civil Rights, Communications, Construction, Contracts and Standards, Environmental Analysis, Fiscal, Geotechnical, Hydraulics, Human Resources, Location & Surveys, Maintenance, Materials & Tests, Photogrammetry, Project Development, Public Transportation, Rail, Right of Way, Roadside Environmental, Roadway Design, Structures Management, Traffic Management, Traffic Safety, Transportation Systems Management & Operations, Transportation Planning, Utilities. Most of these units are based in Raleigh. Construction, Maintenance and Project Development are functions of our fourteen Highway Divisions. Job Locations: Positions are located statewide. Job locations depend on Department needs and current projects. Therefore, applicants must specify desired job location in the supplemental questions section. Please reference this map of our divisions when indicating location preferences. Receiving location preference is not guaranteed. Division 1 (Edenton, Elizabeth City, Manteo, Ahoskie, Hertford, Williamston)Division 2 (Kinston, New Bern, Greenville)Division 3 (Castle Hayne, Jacksonville, Clinton, Wilmington)Division 4 (Wilson, Nashville, Smithfield, Halifax, Selma)Division 5 (Durham, Raleigh, Garner, Bunn)Division 6 (Fayetteville, Lumberton, Whiteville)Division 7 (Greensboro, Graham, Reidsville)Division 8 (Carthage, Asheboro, Aberdeen, Sanford)Division 9 (Winston Salem, Salisbury, Lexington, Mocksville, Walnut Cove)Division 10 (Albemarle, Matthews, Charlotte, Monroe)Division 11 (North Wilkesboro, Elkin, Boone)Division 12 (Shelby, Newton, Statesville)Division 13 (Asheville, Marion, Weaverville)Division 14 (Sylva, Andrews, Mills River, Whittier)Candidates that are selected will be responsible for their own housing and moving expenses. Qualified applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Must be a currently enrolled student in an associates, bachelors, or masters level program at an accredited institution upon employment Minimum overall GPA of 2.3 (based on 4.0 scale) Must demonstrate GPA by attaching a transcript Applicants must provide an unofficial copy of ALL college transcripts. Applications without college transcripts will be considered incomplete and will be removed from consideration. Minimum overall GPA of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale. Has completed 24 credit hours and is currently enrolled at an accredited institution. ** IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR APPLICATION INCLUDES ALL OF YOUR RELEVANT EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE AND THAT YOU ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE APPLICATION. NCDOT WILL NOT ACCEPT "SEE ATTACHED" OR RESUME'S IN LIEU OF EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE COMPLETED ON THE APPLICATION. IF MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS ARE SUBMITTED TO AN INDIVIDUAL POSTING, ONLY THE MOST RECENT APPLICATION RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE POSTING CLOSE DATE WILL BE ACCEPTED** Applicant must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted. The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.