2026 PAID ODOT College Intern (construction Engineering)

2026 Paid ODOT College Intern, Construction Engineering

What You Will Do:

Construction Duties: Assist with inspections, training in procedures, and support on tasks like road resurfacing, safety upgrades, drainage, guardrails, surveying, concrete/soil testing, and more across various counties.

Engineering Design Support: Utilize CADD systems (Microstation) for updating and creating highway reconstruction plans, including drafting, mapping, and preparing final plan sheets.

Data & Record Management: Maintain accurate project records, organize materials, and compile information for report preparation and operational support.

Temporary Position: Gain hands-on experience in civil engineering through practical field and design tasks that complement academic studies and prepare for future employment.

Benefits to You:

Receive pay based on your rank in school.

Enjoy flexible work hours based around your school schedule.

Receive real world on-the-job experience.

Receive an opportunity to work on an important mission.

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

To be eligible, you must be in good academic standing while pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management or other related Engineering field of study, also provide proof of Enrollment Documentation showing a minimum GPA of 2.00.

Supplemental Information:

• This is a temporary position involving various duties that will supplement the student's major field of study &/or provide experience that is a useful addition to the student's education & meaningful preparing for future professional employment.
• If operating a state-owned vehicle, must show proof of valid driver's license OR must provide own transportation.
• Rate of pay is based upon the student's academic status (determined by the college or university):
• Freshman and Sophomore Students - $19.50 per hour
• Junior and Senior Students - $20.00 per hour.
• Graduate Students - $24.00 per hour.
• This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.
• This position is unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29).
• All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.

Background Check: The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace: The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.