Engineering and Construction Seasonal Worker - VR

Position: Engineering and Construction Seasonal Worker - #251230-5704VR-008
Introduction

Are you an engineering 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). accepting applications for paid Seasonal Worker (Professional Engineering) positions in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction. Positions may be based in Newington, New Haven, Norwich, Rocky Hill, or Thomaston. 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 a Professional Engineering Summer Worker, you will be exposed to a variety of engineering tasks in transportation design, transportation construction, or a combination of both areas. 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:

Positions may be based in Newington, New Haven, Norwich, Rocky Hill, or 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 (Micro Station 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

Selection Plan

Selected candidates must be at least 16 or 18 years old, depending on the position.

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

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Minimum Qualifications:

Ensure you meet the

Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

* Educational Credits:
List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

* Resume Policy:
Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

* Preferred Shift/

Location:

Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

* Timely Submission:
All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM.

* Salary Calculations:
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* Referral Questions:
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