Seasonal Engineering Intern - District

Seasonal Engineering Intern
- District 5

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

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To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history.

Date:
Sep 1, 2026

Location:

Paris, IL, US, 61944 Job

Requisition  Agency:
Department of Transportation Class

Title:

SEASONAL ENGINEERING INTERN - PW017 Salary: $26.07/Hour Job Type: Salaried Category:
Full Time

Number of Vacancies : 10 Bargaining Unit Code:
Non Bargaining Unit

Work Hours:

7:00 AM - 3:30 PM;
Monday
- Friday Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs Headquarter

Location:

Paris - 13473 Il Highway 133 Office :
Add:
Office of Highways & Intermodal Project Implementation/Region 3/District 5 Work County:

Edgar

College Transcripts Are Required For This Job Posting Please attach COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS (official or unofficial) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you do not attach college transcripts.

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Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire Seasonal Engineering Interns for the summer of 2027. The Seasonal Engineering Intern Program is designed to give engineering students an opportunity to obtain on-the-job training from May 16 through August 15.

• Provides accurate designs, measurements, computations, and documentation.
• Keeps the Resident Engineer/Technician informed of any problems encountered or deviations made.
• Ensures that work performed is in accordance with the specifications.
• Performs all duties in compliance with departmental safety rules.
• Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of high school or a GED
• Current enrollment in a college engineering program

• Understanding of design plans/blueprint reading and the ability to perform necessary technical computations in plan preparation.
• Education in math to the level of trigonometry.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of materials testing and laboratory testing equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

• Valid driver's license.
• Frequent travel within the district.
• ANSI…