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State of Illinois

SEASONAL ENGINEERING INTERN - BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES

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What they do

A Civil Engineer designs and supervises large construction projects such as public buildings, roads, and waterways. Designs projects that meet the needs of users and the public and are structurally sound. Addresses environmental and land use issues in project design. May specialize in a particular aspect of design and construction, or a particular type of construction, such as transportation systems.

$99,926 / year median in Illinois

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Requisition ID:

58421

•IPR# 26-01757

Opening Date:

09/02/2026

Closing Date:

10/01/2026

Agency:
Department of TransportationClass Title:
SEASONAL ENGINEERING INTERN

•PW017

Salary:

$26.07/

HourJob Type:
SalariedCategory:

Full Time

Number of Vacancies:

2

Bargaining Unit Code:
Non Bargaining UnitWork Hours:

8:00 AM

•4:30 PM; Monday

FridayAnticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:

1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Headquarter Location:

Springfield

•2300 S Dirksen Pkwy

Office:
Office of Highways & Intermodal Project Implementation/Bureau of Bridges and Structures Work County:

Sangamon

Agency Contact:

Dot.



SummerApplications@Illinois.gov

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. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. 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.

​ Position Overview

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. Essential Functions Assists with processing bridge contract plans.

Assists with the preparation of estimates.

Assists with processes to determine bridge load capacities.

Performs 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.

Minimum Qualifications Completion of high school or a GED

Current enrollment in a college engineering program

Preferred Qualifications 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.

Ability to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions.

Conditions of Employment ANSI Class 75, 6-inch or higher steel toe safety shoes.

Successful completion of a background screening.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs. We invite qualified applicants to apply to become part of our team. We are confident that you will take pride in serving Illinois and its residents and visitors.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees

•a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com

•click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website. Seasonal and temporary workers should use a personal e-mail address when applying for jobs. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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