Job Duties

SUMMER WORK EXPERIENCE

Interns spend the summer working on unique projects and activities. In addition, interns will have the opportunity to network with other interns.

VDOT is seeking students majoring in Engineering or related engineering discipline with a focus or concentration in transportation to work in areas such as Civil or Traffic Engineering, Construction, Materials, Structure and Bridge, Environmental, Residency Operations, Location and Design, and Maintenance. We are seeking candidates with strong analytical skills, interpersonal and presentation skills, customer service, time management and organizational skills.

THE LOCATION:

Located in the northeastern corner of Virginia just outside of the nation’s capital, the Northern Virginia District comprises the three most populous counties in the state: Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, as well as the sixth most populous Arlington. While Northern Virginia covers about four percent of the state’s land area, it is home to about a quarter of the state’s population at more than 2 million. Major cities include Alexandria, Falls Church, City of Fairfax, Manassas and Manassas Park; towns include Clifton, Herndon, Leesburg, Purcellville, Dumfries, Occoquan and Vienna.

Minimum Qualifications

Be a US citizen or permanent US resident.

Be at least 18 years of age by the start of their employment/internship

As of May 2025, be a rising sophomore (2nd year), junior (3rd year) or senior (4th year) enrolled in undergraduate study in a two-year or four year college/university.

Graduate students are eligible to apply.

Complete a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester for undergraduate students and 9 credit hours per semester for graduate students. Students must be enrolled full-time at the time of application.

Additional Considerations

Successful candidates will have demonstrated academic excellence in their major program and be motivated, customer focused and action-oriented individuals with a drive for learning on the job and achieving results. You will have demonstrated ability to make quality and timely decisions, take initiative, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, prioritize and organize multiple demands in a continuously changing environment, use a computer and software applications, have a basic knowledge of engineering principles, and can meet established deadlines. Ability to anticipate problems, provide solutions, follow instructions, learn quickly and collaborate with teammates.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidates will start their internship at the beginning of June 2025, and work until August 2025.

Based on interest, business need, and available funding, students may have the opportunity to continue working during the academic year.

A resume and an unofficial transcript reflecting the proof of enrollment in college or university must be submitted via the online application process. A secure electronic or sealed official transcript will be required if the candidate is selected for employment. Students who are transferring from a community college to a college or university for their junior year (3rd year) should provide their final community college transcript and their letter of acceptance to their new institution as an attachment to their application.

Some Intern positions may require unrestricted mobility in irregular terrain, work in an outdoor environment, and the ability to lift, bend and stand for long periods of time.

Assignments may include requirements to wear personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety vest, safety boots, etc.) and the ability to work from heights (may include requirements to wear fall protection equipment).

This is a part-time hourly position – No state benefits will be offered.

Housing and relocation are not provided. This position does not offer sponsorship.

This position requires a fingerprint based criminal history background check and a Motor Vehicle Driving record check.

This job announcement is a continuous recruitment. Positions will be filled based on business need and available funding.