Transportation Intern
DOT Intern – D4 / District Four / Transportation Support
This is an exciting opportunity for any college or university who plans to pursue a career in the fields of transportation, planning, public administration, engineering, finance, business administration, urban planning, logistics, contract administration or development, accounting, or related fields. This position will also shadow subject matter experts to help familiarize them with other internal District work units and illustrate how they fit in with the overall production process.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Assist the office with the planning and coordination of ongoing projects. Conduct research and analysis to support project planning and decision-making. Engage in public outreach activities to ensure effective communication and community involvement. Collaborate with team members to achieve project goals and objectives. Attend meetings and provide input on what is being observed.
Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation related to transportation project by performing technical engineering tasks including engineering analysis, environmental impacts, construction cost estimate, identity Right of Way requirements, traffic patterns, maintenance of traffic, safety, operational characteristics, environmental permitting issues, and other pertinent factors, as applicable.
Utilize Computer MicroStation in plans preparation. Perform constructability checks and Quality Control reviews. Participate as a team member in day-to-day tasks. Perform field visits to identify and address issues
Assist in the preparation, review and update of roadway plans, traffic plans, and other construction documents in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Florida Design Manual and Standard Plans Index and criteria.
Perform other duties and tasks assigned to support the overall success of the office
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Concepts, terminologies, and principles of subject matter
- Microsoft office products (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Skilled in:
- Communication technical and non-technical information both verbally and in writing
- Planning, organizing, and managing multiple work assignments
Ability to:
- Work collaboratively with both internal and external teams
- Manage competing demands and establish priorities by utilizing organizational and time management skills
- Possess flexibility, tact, and excellent interpersonal skills
- Establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and actively pursuing a degree in one of the follow fields: transportation, planning, public administration, engineering, finance, business administration, urban planning, logistics, contract administration or development, accounting, etc.