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Transportation Engineer Intern | Headquarters
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$22.07 - $29.52
per hour
Type
Internship
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Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This internship at the Washington State Department of Transportation involves helping review and update standards for roadside materials and products used in highway projects, while supporting design and policy work to make transportation systems more resilient and environmentally friendly.
The role offers hands-on experience in a team setting, assisting with quality checks, product lists, and responses to regional inquiries.
It's a great fit for students in civil engineering or landscape architecture who want practical exposure to real-world infrastructure planning and problem-solving.
Key Requirements
- Completion of at least two semesters or three quarters of study in a Bachelor or Master of Landscape Architecture, BSCE, or MSCE program at an accredited institution
- Understanding of civil engineering principles and practices, with emphasis in horticulture, landscape architecture, environmental science, or related fields
- Ability to apply analytical thinking to assess data, identify problems, and develop logical solutions
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills for working with team members and supervisors
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to achieve project goals with others
- Problem-solving abilities to identify issues and contribute to solutions under guidance
- Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all work products
Full Job Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence!
Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.
In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is seeking a Transportation Intern to join the Design Office in Olympia, WA.
This position supports the Roadside and Site Development Unit, which manages the roadside as a vital transportation asset while advancing multimodal mobility and environmental stewardship.
The intern will assist the HQ Roadside Design and Policy Specialist with QA/QC reviews and updates to standard specifications, the Qualified Products List, design-build templates, and roadside development guidance.
The role provides statewide technical support and additional capacity during peak workloads.
This internship offers hands-on experience developing technical guidance that supports design and construction on WSDOT right-of-way, with a focus on transportation system resilience.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Engineering Intern will:
- Apply analytical thinking skills to help improve consistency between roadside materials standard specifications and Qualified Products List.
- Assess, review and analyze Section 9-14 of the Standard Specifications with documentation under listed Qualified Products List (QPL) products for roadside materials.
- Determine the need for requiring the manufacturer to submit updates for verification of compliance with required testing intervals and acceptance criteria.
- Review products that may be no longer manufactured and develop proposals to remove on the QPL.
- Assist roadside and site development staff with inquiries and requests from region landscape architecture offices and other specialty groups.
- Assist in Plan, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) development.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Education: Completion of at least two semesters or three quarters (or equivalent) of study in a Bachelor or Master of Landscape Architecture, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) curriculum at an accredited college or university.
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of civil engineering principles and practices. Study emphasis in horticulture, landscape architecture, environmental science, or related field.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess data, identify problems, and apply logical solutions.
- Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve project goals.
- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Identifies issues and contributes to solutions under guidance.
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and quality in work products.
- Time Management & Organization: Plans, prioritizes, and completes tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptability & Learning: Adjusts to changing tasks or methods and is willing to learn new skills.
- Professionalism & Ethics: Follows standards, safety protocols, and demonstrates integrity.
- Use of Technology & Software: Applies relevant software tools to support engineering analysis and design
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Technology & Software Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to use and adapt to technical software tools to support engineering, data collection, and reporting tasks, including experience with Bluebeam and Bentley MicroStation or similar design software.
- Data Management, Analysis & Reporting: Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office applications (particularly Excel) and other technical tools (e.g., SR View, GIS software) to collect, organize, analyze, and present data in clear, accurate reports that include tables, graphics, or visual representations.
- Technical Learning & Adaptability: Demonstrated capability to quickly learn and effectively apply new software applications and technologies to meet changing program or project needs.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
- This is a non-permanent opportunity, expected to last 5 months.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position.
For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
- Two letters of recommendation are also strongly encouraged but not required to be considered. Letters of recommendation should be from individuals who can attest to your work ethic, technical skills, and job-related competencies.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency.
Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.
All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference HQIntern-05548 in the subject line.
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