DOT INTERN - D4

about fdot

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.

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.

dot intern – d4 / district four / right of way

this is an exciting opportunity for any college or university student who plans to pursue a career in the fields of transportation, planning, public administration, engineering, finance, business administration, urban planning, logistics, contract administration or development, accounting, or related fields. This position will also shadow subject matter experts to help them familiarize themselves with other internal district work units and illustrate how they fit in with the overall production process.

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.

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.

district four / right of way

3400 west commercial blvd

$17.25 / hour (20 hours/week)

gain knowledge, skills and experience in the transportation industry. Assist in various tasks across different departments. Engage in research and provide insights to support initiatives. Interact with executive leadership, team leaders, project managers, fellow interns, and external partners. Actively participate in team projects, contribute to agency goals, and assist in driving change within the organization.

review, gain general knowledge, and perform technical tasks within one of the following focus tracks: engineering exploring professional engineering roles; transportation exploring agency contribution to providing a safe, efficient transportation system; business exploring business side of running an agency; self-designed allowing self-determined focus areas.

(stem majors recommended, explores professional engineering roles)

transportation overview, planning and environmental management, roadway design, drainage, structures, geomatics, traffic operations, geotechnical, construction materials, construction management, maintenance, structures maintenance

(any majors, explores transportation, in general, and how the agency contributes to providing a safe, efficient transportation system)

transportation overview, program management, work program, modal, planning, project management, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, safety

(any majors, explores the business side of running an agency)

transportation overview, work program, financial services, procurement, human resources, organizational development, facilities management, right of way administration, legal, (executive??) office administration, project management, emergency management, information technology

(any majors, explores specific areas for…