Concrete Research Student Worker - Student Worker Para Professional or Student Worker Para Professional Senior

Working Title: Concrete Research Student Worker

Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional or Student Worker Para Professional Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 97472

• Location : Maplewood

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/06/2026

• Closing Date : 10/19/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Materials & Road Research

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: Student Worker Para Prof: $18.15 - $21.26 / hourly Student Worker Para Prof Sr: $20.20 - $24.02 / hourly

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Materials/Maplewood Lab

• End Date : Anticipated to last up to three years, in accordance with eligibility requirements

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes. The final class and starting salary are dependent on the successful candidate’s qualifications.

This position is located at the Office of Materials Lab in Maplewood, MN and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The position will work up to 40 hours per week during the summer and part-time during the school year.

This position will assist in conducting research, including testing and analysis. The incumbent will provide assistance to ongoing activities related to analysis of Research and test results, as well as assistance with statewide concrete pavement related research. The position will also be expected to help others in the research and operations sections as needed and assist the Research Operations Engineer with analysis of data for various initiatives.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be current students in a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school. Other qualifications include:

• Enrolled in an engineering or environmental science program.

• Experience with Microsoft computer programs, especially Excel and Word.

• Experience in statistical validation tools.

Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution the student must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be required to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in engineering materials and testing procedures.

• Experience with basic programming.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.