I enjoyed the construction experience and how I was highly valued at the Iowa Department of Transportation. I earned valuable experience and had a lot to talk about in my interviews during my last semester of college. I also enjoyed the opportunity to meet new people and build lifelong relationship with some of my co-workers.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more resources to research about the internship or wish I would have talked to someone about their experience because it quite literally is a win-win situation for any person in their college career to seek an internship as early as possible. I was scared at first but I wish I would have applied sooner because I highly enjoyed it.
Advice
One piece of advice I would share is absorb as much as possible and don't be scared to ask questions. As long as you are confident and willing to work hard you will be successful. As soon as you can get into that internship because there is a high percentage you will be hired as an intern and the job experience is needed for when you graduate to receive that dream job you are searching for. Even if you do not know what path you want to take during college an internship is a great way to peak your interest in many different fields.
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Engineering intern
May - August 2019 • Manchester, IA
What I liked
The experience of watching bridges getting built.
What I wish was different
There was a lot of observing not to much hands on.
Advice
Great experience but be ready for some slow time.
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Transportation Student Intern
May - August 2018 • Cedar Rapids, IA
What I liked
I liked how easy it was for me to make connections between the internship and my school work.
What I wish was different
I wish I could have helped more with design, rather than doing inspections for the majority of the internship.
Advice
Always be open to doing extra work, as it will expose you to different experiences that you might not have otherwise.
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Construction Inspector Intern
June - August 2018 • Dubuque, IA
What I liked
I liked the certification classes, and the knowledge you learn by being on the job site.
What I wish was different
More accurate and specific technology help.
Advice
Do not be afraid to ask questions to those who are more knowledgeable, it could be the difference in someone getting paid.
