Student Worker Traffic Engineering Job

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This is a multi-level posting. The job classification will be Student Worker Paraprofessional or Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior based on education. At least two years of post-secondary education is required to qualify at the Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior classification. There is only one position to be filled.

This job posting will be used to fill a student worker position in Civil Engineering. If the position is not filled by a Civil Engineering Student, it may be filled by a student in another interest area. Positions will assist and provide support to the Traffic Engineering unit by performing pre-engineering work as assigned by the supervisor. The position will work out of the Crookston headquarters and will work 40 hours per week. Flexibility for the length of season will be considered by MnDOT, but late May/June - August 21, 2026 is an approximate term for this summer work opportunity. The hours of employment are 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday. (Some flexibility with start time but will be an 8 hour day.)

This position will collect traffic data and obtain crash statistics using various computer software and review technical reports to aid in scoping activities for projects. They will also collect and process field data for traffic studies and the traffic count program. The student will interact with other MnDOT personnel to obtain and share information and may accompany traffic engineers to various meetings and safety reviews.

Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be enrolled in a college, university, trade, or technical school in the next three (3) months with at least a 2.0 GPA.
Students must be enrolled in six (6) semester or nine (9) quarter credits; or for a non-credit granting institution, two (2) or more classes per semester/quarter.
Applicants will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to their appointment.
Applicants must include an anticipated graduation/completion date on their resume. This information is needed to determine eligibility.
As part of your application, please include a current resume and transcript (an unofficial copy is acceptable).
Current, valid Class D driver's license.
Ability to understand technical documents and follow instructions.
Ability to identify problems, analyze information, clearly describe problems and assist in develop solutions.
Ability to learn the use of basic tools, machinery, and equipment.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
At least two years of post-secondary education is required to qualify at the Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior classification.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who are currently enrolled as full-time students in Civil Engineering, Civil Technology, Construction Management, Land Surveying or related fields of study.
Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge and application of advanced mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use wrists, hands, and fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds (on occasion it may be more than 10 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Light to moderate lifting, reaching and bending.

An individual with a disability may be qualified to perform the function if an accommodation would enable this person to perform the job in a different way, and the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

Additional Requirements
**Successful candidate must pass the following verification checks:

Education/License Verification
Driver's License Check
Past Employer Reference Check

How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Online applications accepted through 3/09/26.

Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Emma Brown at [email protected] or 218-755-6500.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Emma Brown at [email protected].

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