DOT INTERN - D4 - 55940201

DOT INTERN - D4 - 55940201

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

424 / TRANSPORTATION SUPPORT

OPEN COMPETITIVE

OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES

PART-TIME

CONTACT PERSON: Anna Dienno

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: anna.dienno@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY: $17.25/hour

HOURS PER WEEK: 20 hours/week

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

DOT Intern – D4 / District Four / Transportation Operations

This is an exciting opportunity for any student who plans to pursue a career in the fields of transportation, construction, maintenance, public administration, engineering, or related fields. This position will also shadow subject matter experts to help them familiarize themselves with other internal District work units and illustrate how they fit in with the overall production process.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where You Will Work:

District Four / Transportation Operations

Treasure Coast Operations

3601 Oleander Avenue

Ft. Pierce, FL 34982

Hourly Salary:

$17.25 / hour (20 hours/week)

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Gain knowledge, skills and experience in the Transportation Industry. Assist in various tasks across different departments. Engage in research and provide insights to support initiatives. Interact with executive leadership, team leaders, project managers, fellow interns, and external partners. Actively participate in team projects, contribute to agency goals, and assist in driving change within the organization.

Review, gain general knowledge, and perform technical tasks within one of the following focus tracks: Engineering exploring Professional Engineering roles; Transportation exploring Agency contribution to providing a safe, efficient transportation system; Business exploring business side of running an Agency; Self-Designed allowing self-determined focus areas.

Engineering Track - (STEM Majors recommended, explores Professional Engineering roles)

Transportation Overview, Planning and Environmental Management, Roadway Design, Drainage, Structures, Geomatics, Traffic Operations, Geotechnical, Construction Materials, Construction Management, Maintenance, Structures Maintenance

Transportation Track - (Any majors, explores transportation, in general, and how the agency contributes to providing a safe, efficient transportation system)

Transportation Overview, Program Management, Work Program, Modal, Planning, Project Management, Construction, Traffic Operations, Maintenance, Safety

Self-Designed Track - (Any majors, explores specific areas for students desiring specific focus area(s) Transportation Overview, One to three focus areas based on students' interest/university requirements.

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 e