Civil Engineering & Survey Student Worker

Civil Engineering And Survey Student Worker

Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional / Student Worker Para Professional Sr.

Agency: Transportation Department

Location: Detroit Lakes; Fergus Falls; Moorhead; Alexandria; Morris

Telework Eligible: No

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Limited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 4-AFSCME

Division/Unit: District 4 - Detroit Lakes

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Student Worker Para Professional Salary Range: $17.84 - $20.89 / hourly

Student Worker Para Professional Senior Salary Range: $19.85 - $23.61 / hourly

Classified Status: Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME

Work Area: Varies

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

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 job posting will be used to fill multiple Civil Engineering Student Worker positions for the summer of 2026. Apply early! Interviews will start in November 2025 and will continue until all positions are filled.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has Civil Engineering, Surveying, and Construction student worker positions available for the Summer of 2026. Students will gain hands-on professional work experience and work on transportation-focused projects. The following positions are available:

Traffic Counts - Moorhead

Assist with traffic volume data collection by setting portable traffic counters and road tubes to obtain count information.

Surveys - Fergus Falls, Detroit Lakes, or Alexandria

Assist the field survey crew with locating right of way boundaries, construction staking projects, and operating the GNSS Rover of Total Station to enable accurate collection of field survey data. Assist the right of way/permit area with filing, recording and mailing out permits.

Design - Detroit Lakes

Assist with the preparation of final design plans, gathering necessary information needed to recommend solutions on hydraulics, erosion control, and draining issues for design/construction projects. Assist with permits and ensure all environmental concerns are addressed.

Construction – Morris, Detroit Lakes, Moorhead, or Fergus Falls

Assist in the preparation of highway construction plans using a Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) system and assists inspectors to ensure projects are completed in accordance with MnDOT policy. Assist in inspection of contractor's work and methods so that the construction work meets the requirements of the plans, specifications and special provisions. Perform field testing of construction materials to ensure that tests are performed accurately, timely, thoroughly, and according to specification.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled or enrolled to start in the next three months as a full-time student in a Construction Program, Civil Technology Program, Surveying Program, Civil Engineering Program, Construction Management, or equivalent field of study with a GPA of at least 2.0.
• Candidates with at least two (2) years of post-secondary education in the program area in which they are employed will qualify for the student worker paraprofessional senior classification.
• Valid Class D Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates completed at least one year of post-secondary education and currently be enrolled as a full-time student in a Construction Program, Civil Technology Program, Surveying Program, Civil Engineering Program, Construction Management, or equivalent field of study with a GPA of at least 3.0.

Physical Requirements:

May require frequent exposure to weather elements (cold and hot) on a daily basis.

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidate must pass reference checks and a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification

Please attach your resume and unofficial transcripts as a single pdf document. NOTE: Students MUST include an anticipated graduation/completion date on their resume.

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.

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 careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.