Traffic Operations Engineering Intern Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4817306) Apply  Traffic Operations Engineering Intern Salary $19.37 Hourly Location Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA Job Type Internship Job Number 25-02133 Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 2/28/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-DNP Point of Contact Tim Simodynes, tim.simodynes@iowadot.us Job Description Traffic Operations Summer Engineering Intern This engineering student intern position is in the Traffic Operations Bureau and will work on a variety of traffic operations and intelligent transportation systems tasks. The primary responsibility is to coordinate with others to deploy, operate and maintain work zone Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). The Traffic Operations Bureau is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Iowa’s Interstates and highways, including Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). ITS include cameras, traffic sensors, dynamic message signs, as well as the communications network and control and monitoring software. This position will be responsible for: + Collaborating with field staff and central office staff on the deployment of Intelligent Work Zones (IWZ) on Traffic Critical Projects in Iowa + Coordinating IWZ deployments with the IWZ vendor, consultant support, Traffic Management Center, construction inspectors and contractors + Daily monitoring and tracking of dozens of ITS devices + Checking the configuration of IWZ devices into Iowa’s Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) Software + Responding to requests for recorded video from traffic cameras Candidates for this position must have: + Proficient English skills + Strong communication, computer and organizational skills + Valid driver’s license in the United States Desired Skills for this position include: + Understanding and appreciation of work zone traffic control + Proactive approach to coordinating efforts among a several people + Technical troubleshooting skills Duration options: Summer intern (40 hours/week) + part-time fall semester (up to 20 hours/week) Minimum Qualification Requirements Requirements: Completion of at least two years in civil, computer, construction, electrical, environmental, industrial, materials, mechanical, structural, or transportation engineering, or in an engineering management curriculum at an accredited four-year college or university with eligibility for junior status upon return to school. Employer State of Iowa Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Address 800 Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa, 50010 Website https://iowadot.gov/careers/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email