Job Information
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer Intern 2 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer Intern 2
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5260031)
Apply
Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer Intern 2
Salary
$4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
33/ERDP/EIA-EI2/03.02.27-LR
Department
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division
Section 33
Opening Date
03/03/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Questions
About this Job
Engineer Intern Opportunity – Engineering Resource Development Program (ERDP)
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has a vacancy within theEngineering Resource Development Program (ERDP)located in the Training and Technology Transfer Section. This position provides entry-level engineering experience for recent graduates while working toward professional licensure.
This position operates in a structured, training-focused environment where Engineer Interns apply engineering theory to field, office, and laboratory work supporting DOTD transportation programs. Under the supervision of experienced engineers, incumbents gain practical experience while performing a variety of routine engineering tasks.
About the ERDP Program
DOTD’s Engineering Resource Development Program (ERDP) is a structured training and professional development program designed to prepare engineering graduates for long-term careers in public service. Participants receive exposure to multiple engineering disciplines, hands-on project experience, and mentorship to support successful progression toward licensure.
Learn more about ERDP here:
https://www.ltrc.lsu.edu/erdp.html
We are seeking candidates who are eager to learn, dependable, and interested in applying engineering principles in a practical setting. Successful candidates demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively while receiving close technical supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
NOTE:
This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.
NOTE:
Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=109160) .
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Under close supervision from a higher-level engineer, the Engineer Intern may:
Apply basic engineering principles and formulas to routine calculations
Assist with inspection, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure
Support laboratory, field, or office engineering activities
Collect and analyze samples for testing and evaluation
Assist in cost analyses and economic justification studies
Participate in training and professional development activities
Assist in the supervision or coordination of technical staff as appropriate
Position-Specific Details:
Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty
Compensation: This position has Special Entrance Rates.
Engineer Intern 1 - $2,115.20/biweekly
Engineer Intern 2 - $2,263.20/biweekly
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Important Application Information:
Resumeswill notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections
Applications may be rejected if incomplete
Applicants qualifying based on college training or degree must submit anofficial transcriptprior to appointment
Please attach transcripts to your application or fax to (225) 219-1041
Original documentation will be required upon hire
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Stacey Wilton
Education Outreach Program Manager
225-767-9141
Stacey.Wilton@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:
https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
01
Are you a permanent LA-DOTD employee?
Yes
No
02
Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?
Yes
No
03
Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?
Yes
No
04
If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
05
To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
Yes
No
06
What are your career interests?
07
Are you within 90 days of receiving the required baccalaureate or master's degree?
Yes
No
08
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please enter your anticipated graduation date below. If you answered 'no,' please enter N/A.
09
Have you passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam?
Yes
No
10
Do you have eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate?
Yes
No
11
Do you possess a current Engineer Intern Certificate issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board (LAPELS)?
Yes
No
12
If you answered 'Yes' to the above question, what is your certificate number and the date of issuance of your certificate? if you answered 'No' or are awaiting your certificate, enter N/A
13
Do you possess a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate in any other state other than Louisiana?
Yes
No
14
If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please enter your license number, expiration date, and issue date below. If you are unlicensed, enter 'N/A.'
15
Do you possess a current license to practice professional engineering in Louisiana or any other state?
Yes
No
16
If you answered yes to the previous question, please list your license number, original issue date and expiration date. If you answered no, indicate "N/A".
Required Question
Employer
State of Louisiana
Address
1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email