UDOT Internships
Earn While You Learn
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) offers a diverse array of internships that provide invaluable experiences for students and young professionals aspiring to excel in the field of transportation and infrastructure. From civil engineering and urban planning to environmental science and data analysis, UDOT's internship programs cater to a wide range of interests and skill sets. Interns have the opportunity to work on dynamic projects that contribute directly to the state's transportation network, including roadways, bridges, public transit, and innovative transportation technologies. Whether it's conducting traffic studies, designing sustainable transportation solutions, managing construction projects, or utilizing cutting-edge software for traffic simulation, UDOT's internships offer hands-on involvement and real-world exposure, fostering the growth and development of the next generation of transportation leaders.
Research and Analysis
Interns are often tapped to perform research and analysis. For example, former UDOT interns have analyzed and evaluated interstate ramps, pavement-marking materials, testing procedures, grading systems, air quality and HOV lane studies.
Testing Materials
Interns assigned to construction crews conduct inspections. Others may run tests in a lab including soils testing, concrete and asphalt testing, materials testing or testing paint reflectivity.
Traffic Operations Center
The Traffic Operations Center employs several summer interns who spend their time learning about signal phasing, ramp metering, traffic modeling, and network manipulation.
Work Schedule & Job Locations
Work schedules are flexible and will be worked out with the supervisor.
Internships are available across Utah. Locations vary depending on department needs and upcoming projects.
Eligibility
To be eligible, students must:
At least 18 years old
Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a 2 to 4-year college or university
Pay & Benefits
Pay and benefits are dependent on the position, number of hours worked, and your year in school.
UDOT Civil Engineer Internship Program
nathaniel-recruitingvideo.mp4The UDOT Civil Engineer Internship Program offers a pre-professional job opportunity for qualified engineering students. This program provides engineering students a quality summer experience and exposes future engineers to UDOT as a potential employer.
Internships are available in a variety of areas but most interns work in our construction area, and will work with professional engineers in the day-to-day operations of a construction crew. As an intern, you will get hands on experience in traffic control, testing, inspecting, and other aspects of Civil Engineering that you cannot learn in a classroom.
Hear more about the internship experience by watching the video.
General Questions about Recruitment
If you have any questions about the internship program please contact any of the following:
Chris Dilley cdilley@utah.gov
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Applying for a Civil Engineering Internship
Civil Engineering Internships can be applied for online by going to the link below. Resumes should be submitted in either PDF or DOC/DOCX formats. Also ensure that your contact information is correct and up to date.
You Must Submit:
Your Resume
A cover letter that includes which areas of the state you are interested in working (these must be specific, do not just say, "anywhere").
A letter form your College of Engineering stating your status in school in relation to the engineering program, and your standing as a student in general.
Failure to meet any of these requirements will result in your not being considered for the job.
Email internships@utah.gov for more information.