Student Intern 1/2 Flex (PCN 25IN1802)

Full Job Description

What you will be doing:As a Student Intern with the Bridge Design section, you'll get hands-on training and gain valuable experience in an engineering office setting.

You'll learn how to handle a variety of tasks that keep everything running smoothly, like filing, copying, and scanning important bridge inspection reports and plans.

You’ll also help organize and repair bridge files, ensuring they’re neatly stored and easy to find. Plus, you’ll get to use different computer programs to support the Bridge Management System.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills and get a closer look at how engineering projects are managed behind the scenes.

While School is in session the applicant must be able to work at least two consecutive hours between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., and at least 6 hours per week. All work hours occur Monday through Friday.

This position is scheduled to work normally 30-40 hours per week during spring, winter, and summer breaks.

Our organization, mission, and culture:The Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is mission-focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service.

Alaska has over 5,600 miles of paved and gravel highways and 239 airports; all of which are critical infrastructure for meeting basic transportation needs throughout the state.

This infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting our economy and serving communities.

The benefits of joining our team:

Working in the Bridge Section gives you real-world experience in a supportive and collaborative environment with skilled professionals who are eager to mentor you.

Plus, we understand the importance of balancing work with your personal life, so we offer flexible hours that fit around your school schedule and breaks throughout the year.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy a great work-life balance. 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.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

• Clerical: Knowledge of filing, typing, entering data, maintaining records, taking shorthand, and using and completing forms.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

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

Student Intern 1:
Proof of enrollment in a recognized public, charter, vocational, correspondence, home, or private school program; academic good-standing equivalent to a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0, or higher; and, eligibility to receive a General Duties Work Permit from the Alaska Department of Labor & Workforce Development.

Special Note:
Academic transcripts will be construed as proof of enrollment.

Student Intern positions may be established and allocated to all job classes within the series. The interns are assigned and perform duties of progressive difficulty and complexity, under diminishing levels of supervision, as the intern successfully completes corresponding stages of the established training plan and evaluative criteria. Vacancies may be filled at either job class depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The department may request reallocation to a higher job class when: the intern completes the approved multiple class training plan and evaluative criteria; the supervisor certifies that the intern has met the minimum qualifications for the higher job class; and, the incumbent is capable of performing at the higher level.



Student Intern 2:
Proof of enrollment in a recognized public, charter, vocational, correspondence, home, or private school program; academic good-standing equivalent to a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0, or higher; eligibility to receive a General Duties Work Permit from the Alaska Department of Labor & Workforce Development; and, either academic level of participation equivalent to junior year of study, or greater, successful completion of training as a Student Intern 1 with the State of Alaska, or six months of previous paid and/or volunteer work experience.

Special Note:
Academic transcripts will be construed as proof of enrollment.

Student Intern positions may be established and allocated to all job classes within the series. The interns are assigned and perform duties of progressive difficulty and complexity, under diminishing levels of supervision, as the intern successfully completes corresponding stages of the established training plan and evaluative criteria. Vacancies may be filled at either job class depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The department may request reallocation to a higher job class when: the intern completes the approved multiple class training plan and evaluative criteria; the supervisor certifies that the intern has met the minimum qualifications for the higher job class; and, the incumbent is capable of performing at the higher level.

Qualifications

At the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application), please provide the following:

• Three (3) professional references including daytime contact information
• A copy of academic transcripts (applicant must be a current student in good standing with a 2.0 GPA minimum). Transcripts are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure that the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYPlease be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.FLEXIBLY STAFFEDThis position is flexibly staffed.

This vacancy may be filled at either the Student Intern 1 or Student Intern 2 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 Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 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.EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, 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 used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application.

(Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable.

If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in 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.

state university 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 state university.

It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.WORK EXPERIENCEIf 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 STATEMENTThe 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 (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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 -6947
Email: leslie.daugherty@alaska.gov