Civil/construction/environmental/geo/structural Engineering Student Worker - Student Worker Para Professional Senior

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

Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

Location: Various

Telework Eligible: No (some positions may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule)

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Limited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT

Division/Unit: Human Resources

Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Travel Required: No

Student Worker Paraprofessional: $17.58 - $20.58/hourly

Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior: $19.08 - $23.26/hourly

Classified Status: Unclassified

Anticipated Start Date: 5/18/2026

End Date: 8/29/2026

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: 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.

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.

This job posting will be used 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 the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) by performing pre-engineering work as assigned and directed by the hiring supervisor. Students will gain hands-on transportation work experience. Examples of assignments may include construction, surveying, design, project management, bridge maintenance, materials, environmental stewardship, water resources, hydraulics, and traffic.

2026 Summer Job Opportunities and Locations (this list is 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

Apply Early! Interviews will start in November 2025 and will continue until all positions are filled

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must be an undergraduate student currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Civil, Construction, Environmental, Geo or Structural Engineering OR Land Management.
• Student must be taking two (2) or more classes per semester. Any lesser credit load shall be treated as a semester off.
• You will be asked to complete an education verification form prior to employment.
• The program is open to all qualified applicants. Members of diverse groups are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Physical Requirements: Varies based on position and type of work. If work is physical in nature, a pre-employment physical may be required.

Additional Requirements

• REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS: 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

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.