About the role#
The Virginia Department of Transportation is hiring for a summer internship in the Culpeper District Traffic Section. This role reports to the District Traffic Engineer and provides hands-on experience with traffic studies, safety programs, and engineering projects. This is a paid, full-time position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Apply engineering technology principles to assigned program areas.
- Interpret and apply policies and procedures to daily work.
- Communicate with VDOT staff, consultants, and external contacts.
- Prepare and maintain daily project documentation and records.
- Enter and update data to meet deadlines.
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on testing equipment.
- Observe traffic studies, safety programs, and projects.
- Proactively resolve issues and perform special duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled full-time in an Associate degree program or higher, with at least rising sophomore status.
- Maintain full-time status of 9+ credit hours for graduate students or 12+ credit hours for undergraduates before and after the internship.
- At least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
- Basic knowledge of engineering principles and mathematics up to geometry and algebra.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Proficiency with MS Office, general computer software, and smartphones.
- Ability to perform manual labor, such as handling and preparing material samples.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, collaborate in teams, and make timely decisions.
Location & details#
- Location: Culpeper, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Virginia Department of Transportation
The Virginia Department of Transportation manages the construction, maintenance, and operation of roads, bridges, and tunnels across the state. Established in 1906, the agency oversees one of the largest state-maintained highway systems in the United States. It also provides funding for public transportation, rail, seaports, and airports through the Commonwealth Transportation Board. The department is based in Richmond and employs approximately 4,729 people.
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