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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Traffic Engineering Co-op in Ames, Iowa
Traffic Engineering Co-op
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Traffic Engineering Co-op
Salary
$18.81 Hourly
Location
Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
25-01748
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Opening Date
12/27/2024
Closing Date
2/28/2025 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Jason Hermann at jason.hermann@iowadot.us
To Apply
Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume to their NeoGov application
Job Description
This is a non-merit internship position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.
The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking anEngineering Student Co-Opwho is interested in the Design side of Traffic Safety!
This co-op position is located in the Traffic Engineering Section of the Traffic and Safety Bureau. The individual selected will be responsible for the development of traffic signing projects on the state highway system, under the supervision of the project engineer. There will be additional opportunities to attend project meetings, participate in on-site field reviews, conduct spot speed studies, and attend workshops and conferences.
Investigate existing site conditions using Google Earth, as-built plans, and other internal resources
Use Microstation CADD software to develop project plans
Create 3D models for use in Microstation projects
Tabulate project quantities and develop project estimates
Draw non-standard signs using SignCAD or other sign drafting software
Draft standard drawings for plan development
Preferred background:
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products
CADD software experience is preferred but not required.
Strong communicator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Interest in learning traffic engineering concepts, plan development, and cost estimating
Duration: May-December; 40 hours/week
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Completion of at least two years in civil, construction, materials, or transportation engineering, or in an engineering management curriculum at an accredited four-year college or university with eligibility for junior status upon return to school.
Agency
State of Iowa
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Address
800 Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa, 50010
Website
https://iowadot.gov/careers/
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