Intern Environmental Engineer

Environmental & Transportation Services Division -

Bismarck NDDOT Hiring Salary:

$20.00 per hour •Please visit your career center for details on earning co-op credits•A copy of your current unofficial transcript must be uploaded to your application to be eligible for this internship. This is a temporary position with no paid benefits. All internships are paid full-time summer of 2026 positions. Summary of Work The Environmental Engineering Section ensures that highway projects meet environmental requirements by balancing infrastructure needs with environmental stewardship. This team works with stormwater compliance, hazardous materials management, wetland delineations, develops and monitors mitigation sites and banks, and tracks environmental commitments to ensure compliance. Additionally, the section oversees project permitting to meet federal and state regulations, helping to keep projects moving forward responsibly. NDDOT is seeking an Intern to join the Environmental Engineering team. We are looking for a candidate with a talent in communication and technical writing, with attention to detail and someone driven to innovate. Chosen applicants will gain experience in many of the tasks that our environmental engineering staff perform throughout the summer. Minimum Qualifications Must be enrolled in an undergraduate environmental engineering, natural science, physical science or similar degree programs. Requires the ability to lift and carry a total weight of up to 50 pounds. Possession of a valid Class D Driver License for travel within the state of North Dakota. Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process and successful completion of a job function screening. About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

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The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team memberswith a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. Application Procedures Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.•Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire. Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact the DOT Talent Acquisition Team, at dot.recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/ . TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888. NDDOT does not provide sponsorships. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.