What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAID Civil Engineering College Internship/Planning - Traffic Safety, PN 20083281 position at Ohio Department of Transportation?
ODOT's Mission Statement
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Official Position Description
This is a temporary position involving various duties that will either supplement the student’s major field of study and/or provide experience that is a useful addition to the student’s education and meaningful preparation for future professional employment.
In Planning & Programs work unit under supervision & training, assists with a variety of planning activities involving traffic engineering studies ( e.g., prepares and reviews information on highway safety & speed zones; conducts traffic counts; collects & reviews field data; verifies sign locations & pavement marking locations; photographs site of proposed projects; researches & analyzes accidents & traffic signal warrants; participates in field reviews & project scoping).
Becomes familiar with PC based & mainframe CADD systems, Microstation, and various software packages used by the District, in collection of traffic engineering data & the preparation of highway plans.
Performs miscellaneous duties to facilitate operational efficiency of work unit (e.g., researches plans and records; assists with necessary record keeping; maintains accurate data of work performed; organizes materials & compiles information to assist in report preparation; attends training).
This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29)
Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and in good academic standing prior to and during their entire appointment as a college intern. All College Interns are required to provide proof of enrollment, class status, and good academic standing with their college/university prior to beginning employment & throughout their time with ODOT in order to remain employed as a College Intern.
Acceptable forms of documentation include an official or unofficial transcript with current class schedule. If a transcript cannot be obtained the student’s advisor shall complete & sign the College Intern Verification Form indicating enrollment, class rank & GPA.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering
Organization
Transportation - District 07
Agency Contact Name and Information
Amanda Piper amanda.piper@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jan 29, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
District 7 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Shelby County-Sidney
Compensation
$19.50-$20.00
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
07:30 AM To 04:30 PM, may vary
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Civil Engineering
Technical Skills
Civil Engineering
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Customer Focus, Time Management
Agency Overview
PAID Civil Engineering College Internship/Planning - Traffic Safety, PN 20083281
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5 th largest interstate system and the 3 rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Official Position Description
This is a temporary position involving various duties that will either supplement the student’s major field of study and/or provide experience that is a useful addition to the student’s education and meaningful preparation for future professional employment.
In Planning & Programs work unit under supervision & training, assists with a variety of planning activities involving traffic engineering studies ( e.g., prepares and reviews information on highway safety & speed zones; conducts traffic counts; collects & reviews field data; verifies sign locations & pavement marking locations; photographs site of proposed projects; researches & analyzes accidents & traffic signal warrants; participates in field reviews & project scoping).
Becomes familiar with PC based & mainframe CADD systems, Microstation, and various software packages used by the District, in collection of traffic engineering data & the preparation of highway plans.
Performs miscellaneous duties to facilitate operational efficiency of work unit (e.g., researches plans and records; assists with necessary record keeping; maintains accurate data of work performed; organizes materials & compiles information to assist in report preparation; attends training).
This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29)
Must be currently enrolled in a college/university and in good academic standing prior to and during their entire appointment as a college intern. All College Interns are required to provide proof of enrollment, class status, and good academic standing with their college/university prior to beginning employment & throughout their time with ODOT in order to remain employed as a College Intern.
Acceptable forms of documentation include an official or unofficial transcript with current class schedule. If a transcript cannot be obtained the student’s advisor shall complete & sign the College Intern Verification Form indicating enrollment, class rank & GPA.
Job Skills: Civil Engineering
Organization
Transportation - District 07
Agency Contact Name and Information
Amanda Piper amanda.piper@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jan 29, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
District 7 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Shelby County-Sidney
Compensation
$19.50-$20.00
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
07:30 AM To 04:30 PM, may vary
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Civil Engineering
Technical Skills
Civil Engineering
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Customer Focus, Time Management
Agency Overview
PAID Civil Engineering College Internship/Planning - Traffic Safety, PN 20083281
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5 th largest interstate system and the 3 rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
Salary : $20 - $20
