Overview

The Structures & Hydraulics Section of the Agency of Transportation (AOT) is seeking three (3) Technical Apprentices to work this upcoming summer, and assist our team with the development of scoping reports for future bridge projects. The Structures Design Section is responsible for the design, plan development, and construction assistance for bridge rehabilitation and reconstruction projects on the interstate, and State/local highway systems. The Structures Section is part of a large in-house engineering services organization.

There will also be opportunities to work in the Hydraulics unit. This work will involve determining the hydraulic adequacy of existing bridges along with sizing new bridges for various storm events. There will be some travel to project sites. These positions are great opportunities for college students interested in engineering to gain valuable work experience. The positions are based in Barre, VT and teleworking two (2) days per week is an option. internship, summer job, intern, temp, engineer, civil engineer

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Technical Apprentice III (Job Req #46558), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• AOT Technical Apprentice III (#46558)
• AOT Technical Apprentice IV (#46585)

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Carolyn Cota at carolyn.cota@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in office and field settings for which private means of transportation must be available. May be required on occasion to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, traverse rough, wooded and/or steep terrain, or travel in boats. Field work may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards and construction sites during all weather conditions. Duties may require exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of full-time college coursework in science, engineering, environmental studies, or related technical field.
OR

High school diploma or equivalent AND one (1) year performing engineering/technical support tasks.

OR
Two (2) seasons working as an AOT Technical Apprentice II with the State of Vermont.

Special Requirements

NOTE: Current, valid driver’s license required, and transportation may be required for field assignments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.