District 4 Transportation Engineering Summer Intern

Salary: $17.00 - $23.00 Hourly Location : Chester County, SC Job Type: Temporary - Full-Time Job Number: 184157 Agency: Department of Transportation-District 4 Opening Date: 01/13/2026 Closing Date: 3/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Class Code:: HD14 Position Number:: 12608401 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8am - 5pm) Pay Grade: GEN07 Hiring Range - Min.: $17.00 Hiring Range - Max.: $23.00 Opening Date: 01/13/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 1232 J. A. Cochran Bypass, Chester, SC 29706. Phone: (803) 377-4155. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities This posting will be used to fill multiple summer internship positions in the Department of Transportation District Four offices located in Cherokee, Chester, Chesterfield, Fairfield, Lancaster, Union, and York counties. Assists in engineering activities in the Maintenance, Construction, Bridge, and/or Traffic Engineering fields. Responsibilities may include assisting with: Maintenance: Conducts inspections on contractors (mowing, griding, vegetation, installing traffic markings, etc.). Works directly with crews to obtain quantities for drainage, paving, and bridge repairs. Works with permit technician on driveway and utility permits. Inspects placement of pavement markings. Construction: Assists certified engineering technician in performing inspection of contractors' work to ensure that materials and workmanship are all in accordance with plans and specifications. This includes asphalt, bridge, paving, earthwork, and concrete work. Bridge: Inspects timber components for decay, splits, bearing, etc. Inspects concrete components for spalls, delamination, etc. Inspects steel components for corrosion, section loss, cracks, etc. Reviews previous bridge reports before an inspection. Works directly with crews to perform bridge maintenance activities including: establishing grade for pile caps and pile cut offs, placing/screeding concrete, tying reinforcing steel, cutting lumber, sanding/grinding steel beams/bearings/rebar, and drilling/anchoring concrete anchors to attach steel beams. Trains to make full penetration groove welds horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Traffic: Conducts traffic studies by installing equipment, performing traffic counts, and analyzing data. Performs CADD work by creating and revising traffic plans and detour routes. Learns traffic signal design with exposure from the beginning to end of projects. Pay rate is between $17.00 - $23.00 per hour depending on qualifications. Minimum and Additional Requirements A high school diploma; and or an approved acceptable equivalence. Applicants must be accepted into or currently enrolled in a two-year college or university program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management. A motor vehicle operator's license is required. The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise. Additional Comments Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 In what area of engineering is your course of study? 02 How many years of college do you anticipate having successfully completed by the end of May 2026? 03 What class driver's license do you possess? Class A (CDL) Class B (CDL) SC Class C SC Class D Other State Driver's License None 04 How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply. Job/Career Fair Referred by current SCDOT employee SCDOT presentation Sign or billboard Bumper sticker/magnetic sign Facebook or Twitter post Internship Newspaper Ad Radio Ad Television Ad Trade Journal Referred from Vocational Rehab Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce Jobs.SC.Gov webpage Other 05 If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation. 06 If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name? 07 I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement. Yes No 08 My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04