Construction Engineering Intern

State of Iowa

Davenport - 52801 - Scott County, IAInternship$19.76/hrPosted 3 days agoStill listed 2 days ago

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Compensation

$19.76/hr

Location

Davenport - 52801 - Scott County, IA

Role Type

Internship

Schedule

Internship

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Iowa Department of Transportation offers an engineering student hands-on experience with transportation construction. The intern assists with construction projects, field evaluations, materials testing, inspection, documentation, and contractor monitoring. The role also provides experience with contract administration, construction procedures, and quality assurance. Applicants must have completed at least two years in a specified engineering or engineering management curriculum and be eligible for junior status upon returning to school.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Construction Plan ReviewField EvaluationMaterials TestingConstruction InspectionConstruction DocumentationContractor MonitoringContract AdministrationConstruction ProceduresQuality AssuranceCollaboration

Qualifications

Two Years Engineering CourseworkJunior Status Upon Return

Full job description

The Iowa Department of Transportation is an engineering student who wants to gain hands-on experience in the world of construction! Duties:

Assist with transportation construction projects by reviewing construction plans and specifications
Evaluate field conditions
Perform materials testing to verify compliance with project requirements
Support construction inspection and documentation
Monitor contractor activities
Gain experience with contract administration, construction procedures, and quality assurance practices
Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, and contractors to help ensure projects are completed in accordance with plans, applicable standards, specifications, and safety requirements

Requirements: Completion of at least two years in civil, construction, materials, or transportation engineering, or in an engineering management curriculum at an accredited four-year college or university with eligibility for junior status upon return to school.

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