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Posted: January 12, 2026 (3 days ago)

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District 7 Transportation Engineering Summer Intern

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 7

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$17 - $23

per hour

Closes

March 30, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This summer internship involves helping with hands-on tasks in road and bridge construction, such as testing materials, inspecting pavement, and preparing reports for the state's transportation department in South Carolina.

It's a great fit for college students studying engineering or related fields who want practical experience in building and maintaining infrastructure.

The role pays between $17 and $23 per hour and is located in various district offices across the state.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Currently enrolled in or accepted to a two-year college or university program
  • Major in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management
  • Ability to assist with sampling construction materials for bridges and roads
  • Skills in inspecting asphalt, surface treatments, and pavement markings
  • Capability to complete routine engineering reports
  • Willingness to perform construction and maintenance inspections

Full Job Description

This posting will be used to fill multiple summer internship positions in the Department of Transportation District Seven offices located in Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, Clarendon, Hampton, Orangeburg, and Holly Hill.

Assists in engineering activities in the Maintenance and/or Construction Engineering fields. Responsibilities include assisting with:

  • Sampling of construction materials for bridge and road construction projects;
  • Inspection and project development of asphalt and surface treatment;
  • Inspection of placement of pavement markings;
  • Completion of routine engineering reports for construction/maintenance offices; and
  • Construction/maintenance inspections.

Pay rate is between $17.00 - $23.00 per hour depending on qualifications.

Requirements

A high school diploma; and or an approved acceptable equivalence. Applicants must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a two-year college or university program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.

Additional Information

Non Discrimination Statement:

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/12/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/13/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5195246