DOT INTERN - D5

DOT INTERN - D

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities. As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The work you will do:

• DOT Internship – D5 - Fall 2026 Semester / August to December. This position will support design teams in the preparation and development of project plans and design documents.
• Utilize computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) software to prepare plan sheets, project illustrations, and 3D models.
• Help review design criteria, standards, and specifications to ensure compliance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) guidelines.
• Contribute to reports, scopes of work, quantity summaries, and project estimates.
• Attend internal meetings and observe coordination with consultants, local agencies, and other project stakeholders.

The difference you will make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC:
Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How you will grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where you will work:

FDOT District Five Roadway Design 719 S. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, FL 32720 Hourly Rate: $15.00

Your specific responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of project documentation including scopes of work, estimate summaries, and design notes.
• Assist with various aspects of design and project development.
• Support design teams in the preparation and development of project plans and design documents.
• Help review design criteria, standards, and specifications to ensure compliance with Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) guidelines.
• Contribute to reports, scopes of work, quantity summaries, and project estimates.
• Attend internal meetings and observe coordination with consultants, local agencies, and other project stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Knowledge of basic engineering principles & concepts.
• Skills in use of a personal computer (PC) and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Organization, time management, and task prioritization.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Other job-related requirements:

• Civil Engineering students at junior, senior, or graduate level.
• Candidates should have a strong interest in engineering and solid organizational and time management skills.

Minimum qualifications:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide identification supporting citizenship or authority to work for the duration of program participation.
• Participants are required to comply with all statutes and rules and the Department's policies, procedures, regulations, and Code of Ethics.

Special requirements:

• You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications.
• Male…