Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker - Student Worker Para Pro in , United States
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Working Title: Civil/Construction/Environmental/Geo/Structural Engineering Student Worker
Job Class: Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID
: 88471
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
Date Posted
: 09/02/2025
Closing Date
: 05/01/2026 (position will stay open until positions are filled)
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 (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/co...) : 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 , 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. (A valid driver’s license is required for some positions)
For more information on MnDOT’s Civil Engineering Student Worker Program (CEP) and more details about the current openings, please visit: Civil Engineering Student Worker Program - Careers - MnDOT (state.mn.us) (http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/civil-engineering-program.html)
2026 Summer Job Opportunities and Locations
(*this list is subject to change)
Twin Cites/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.
*If you meet the above qualifications, please email the following documents to CivilEngineeringProgram.DOT@state.mn.us :
Resume
Current transcript
Location preference form
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 . We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their , , , creed, religion, , , , protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, , , 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 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.
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