College Intern 1/2/3/4 Flex (PCN 25IN0930)

Full Job Description

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

What you will be doing:Under close supervision, this position will assist in a variety of tasks with the Statewide Design and Engineering Services Bridge Section serving multiple roles including but not limited to: design assistant; bridge inspection assistant; hydraulic engineer assistant; and other duties as assigned.

Depending on the level of coursework completed by the College Intern there will be exposure to various components of bridge specific structural analysis utilizing various editions the AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications in concrete design, steel design, pre-stressed concrete design, and load ratings.

Travel within in the State should be expected on bridge and/or hydraulic inspection trips while being exposed to on-the-job training from bridge inspection team leaders.Our organization, mission, and culture:The Bridge Section’s focus is on bridge safety and providing exceptional bridge engineering services for the three DOT&PF regions.

As part of the team, you have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and skills to help in the development of transportation projects and maintaining the safety of Alaska’s bridges.The benefits of joining our team:An internship with DOT&PF is an excellent way to learn the "ropes" of working in state government and gain valuable on-the-job training working with professionals in your field while completing your education.

We pride ourselves in our training, mentorship, and collaboration of our team of highly skilled professionals.

We recognize the need for a positive student schedule that will balance your personal, professional, and student life, so we offer a flexible work schedule that will adjust its hours to fit you both during the school year and breaks.The working environment you can expect:This position focuses on work in the office and is located in the Bridge Section office which is physically located at 3132 Channel Drive in DOT&PF Headquarters in Juneau.

Travel and field work associated with bridge inspections throughout the State is expected.Who we are looking for: Our successful candidate will possess the following competencies through any combination of education and/or experience:

• Civil Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods required to plan, design, construct, operate, and maintain facilities such as buildings, transportation systems, water and sanitary systems, and other public works systems.

• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

• Design: Knowledge of conceptualizing, developing, producing, understanding, and using plans, models, blueprints, and maps, including the use of tools and instruments to produce precision technical drawings, working prototypes, components, or systems.

• Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

• Structural Engineering: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods related to the design and analysis of complex structures using a variety of materials. Structures may include aerospace systems or structures, and other determinate or indeterminate systems.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Requirements

COLLEGE INTERN 1
Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter).
Special Note:
Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.
Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).
Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.

COLLEGE INTERN 2Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in an undergraduate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);ANDIn good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;ANDHave successfully completed training as a College Intern 1 or 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.Special Note:Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter).Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.COLLEGE INTERN 3Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);ANDIn good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;ANDHave successfully completed training as a College Intern 2 or 56 semester (84 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program.ANDCurrently enrolled in and attending upper division classes in a declared major related to the body of work to be performed.Special Note:Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter)."Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced.

Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills.

Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.COLLEGE INTERN 4Currently accepted, enrolled, and attending an accredited college in a baccalaureate degree program while maintaining an academic load of at least six credit hours per semester (eight credit hours per quarter);ANDIn good standing with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher;ANDHave successfully completed training as a College Intern 3 or 88 semester (132 quarter) hours of coursework in the degree program of which at least 12 semester (16 quarter) hours were upper division coursework in a declared major directly related to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

Special Note:Academic transcripts and/or tuition billings may be construed as proof of enrollment.Appointment and retention in this class series is restricted to students actively pursuing an undergraduate degree program in an accredited college and maintaining an academic load of at least six semester (eight quarter) credit hours per semester (quarter)."Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced.

Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills.

Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.Students who have completed spring semester courses and are enrolled in fall semester courses are considered to be attending college during the summer regardless of whether or not summer courses are taken.

Qualifications

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW:

• Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

• Three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

FLEXIBLY STAFFED
This position is flexibly staffed. It may be filled at the College Intern 1, College Intern 2, College Intern 3, or College Intern 4 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at a lower level, promotion to the higher level will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety.

Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.

O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Information

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Leslie Daugherty, Engineer / Architect 4
Phone: (907) 465-8891
Email: leslie.daugherty@alaska.gov