Traffic Safety Engineering Intern
State of Iowa
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Traffic Safety Engineering Co-op
State of Iowa
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Location
Iowa, 50319
Salary
$19.76 - $19.76
per hour
Type
Internship
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Job Description
Summary
This co-op position involves helping design traffic signs and safety features for Iowa's state highways, using computer software to create plans and models under the guidance of experienced engineers.
You'll also join meetings, visit sites, and study traffic speeds to learn the ropes of traffic engineering.
It's ideal for civil engineering students in their junior year or later who enjoy hands-on design work and want real-world experience in transportation projects.
Key Requirements
- Completion of at least two years in civil engineering (or related fields like construction, materials, or transportation engineering) at an accredited four-year college or university
- Eligibility for junior status upon return to school
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products preferred
- CADD software experience preferred but not required
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team
- Interest in learning traffic engineering, plan development, and cost estimating
- Available for full-time work (40 hours/week) from May to December
Full Job Description
The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Student Co-Op who is interested in the Design side of Traffic Safety!
This co-op position is located in the Traffic Engineering Section of the Traffic Operations and Safety Bureau.
The individual selected will be responsible for the development of traffic signing projects on the state highway system, under the supervision of the project engineer.
There will be additional opportunities to attend project meetings, participate in on-site field reviews, conduct spot speed studies, and attend workshops and conferences.
- Investigate existing site conditions using Google Earth, as-built plans, and other internal resources
- Use Microstation CADD software to develop project plans
- Create 3D models for use in Microstation projects
- Tabulate project quantities and develop project estimates
- Draw non-standard signs using SignCAD or other sign drafting software
- Draft standard drawings for plan development
Preferred background:
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products
- CADD software experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong communicator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Interest in learning traffic engineering concepts, plan development, and cost estimating
Duration: May-December; 40 hours/week
Qualifications
Eligible majors: Civil engineering
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