Description
Are you an engineering or construction management student, graduate, or possess experience in Engineering, and are interested in learning what it's like to work as an engineer with the Connecticut Department of Transportation?
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is accepting applications for paid Seasonal Worker (Engineering) positions in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction. Positions are open to applicants who are enrolled in a college Engineering program or Construction Management program and have completed their sophomore year.
The Role:
As an Engineering Summer Worker, you will be exposed to a variety of engineering tasks in transportation design, construction inspection or design support functions. You will have an opportunity to see firsthand what it's like to be a Transportation Engineer at the DOT.
Position Highlights:
Anticipated start date in May of 2026 and ending by August 31, 2026
Monday-Friday, first shift
8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, temporary
Location: New Haven, Newington, Norwich, Rocky Hill, Thomaston
Minimum Qualifications for Engineering Summer Worker Positions Include:
A valid Driver's License to drive state vehicles to and from field/construction sites and town meetings
The ability to use CAD (MicroStation preferred) and other computer applications
Positions are open to applicants who are enrolled in a college engineering program or construction management program and have completed their sophomore year
Applicants invited to interview will be required to supply a copy of a college transcript
Duties May Include:
Reviewing basic design plans
Performing mathematical computations and calculations
Collecting and entering data
Accompanying engineers on field reviews
Assisting in construction inspection activities
Assisting with the preparation of reports
Performing other related duties as required
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge ofprinciples, practices and procedures of assigned specialty;
operation of equipment, materials and activities of assigned specialty;
Knowledge to degree necessary for dealing with and understanding an individual’s behavior;
Skillsinterpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
techniques of assigned specialty skills;
Ability toassist individuals in self-care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct where applicable;
understand and carry out written orders and oral instructions;
Adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties;
Some positions may require supervisory and/or leadership abilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
