Aeronautics Engineering Internship - Summer 2023
About MassDOT
At MassDOT, transportation is not about roads and bridges, or trains and buses – it’s about people. Our mission begins with customers – individuals, businesses, municipalities, and regional transit agencies. We support programs and projects that deliver a high return on investment. MassDOT supports the economic, quality of life, and environmental goals of the Commonwealth.
This internship is for the Summer of 2023 and it runs from June through August of 2023.
Position Summary
Aeronautics Engineering Internship - Summer 2023 - (230003O4)
Description
About MassDOT
An agency on the move, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. Powered by a growing data-analytics discipline – and working in conjunction with municipalities, public agencies and the private sector – we’re finding new ways to improve the Bay State’s transportation infrastructure.
MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth.
MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Aeronautics, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Rail & Transit, and Planning & Enterprise Services. There are approximately 3,600 employees across the organization.
MassDOT’s goal is to provide employees with greater flexibility in when and where they work while continuing to execute MassDOT’s Safety and Customer Service Mission. Furthermore, MassDOT will be doing our part to lead by example in reducing congestion and greenhouse gas emissions by minimizing overall workplace commuting travel during peak hours through telework and schedule flexibility.
Position Summary
MassDOT interns have the chance to work with some of the most highly respected engineers and specialists in the state. Duties include going on site visits, working on exciting and significant projects, and delivering quality work that has a positive and lasting influence on transportation in the Commonwealth. The internship also provides an opportunity to network with professionals across the state.
The Engineering Internship Program typically runs 12 weeks from June through the end of August. Students must commit to a full‐time schedule for the internship period.
Engineering interns will be assigned throughout the Aeronautics Division and may assist MassDOT engineers in the following areas:
- Preparing and reviewing plans, designs, specifications, and cost estimates for airport construction and/or maintenance projects.
- Reviewing engineering pavement designs, design reports, and geotechnical reports for airport projects.
- Reviewing environmental reports and planning studies related to airport projects
- Conducting airspace reviews in accordance with Chapter 90 requirements.
- Reviewing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) advisory circulars and applying standards to engineering projects.
- Performing calculations related to airfield geometry, aircraft navigational aid siting, and airport runway/taxiway lighting.
- Analyzing change orders and supplemental agreements for design and construction projects.
- Conducting field investigations in order to gather information needed to resolve construction, maintenance, environmental, or traffic problems.
- Reviewing construction estimates and payment requisitions.
- Reviewing payment vouchers for correctness for engineering and construction projects.
- Inputting data into the Aeronautics Division project management portal.
- Inspecting construction operations, such as drainage, excavation, paving, lighting, signage, and pavement markings to ensure work is being performed according to project specifications.
- Review engineering scopes of work and preform independent fee analysis.
- Assisting in reviewing environmental compliance and permitting; including stormwater, wetlands, and wildlife.
- Reviewing grant application and preparing submissions for grant funding assistance.
- Assisting with engineering related drone flights and acting as a visual observer.
- Preparing and analyzing data from drone flights to determine pavement condition index for airfield pavements and obstruction analysis for runway approaches.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and ArcGIS
- Proficient with Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
- Excellent verbal and analytical skills.
- Interest in aviation and airports.
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements:
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants who apply within the first 14 days.
- Must have completed at least one year of Graduate or Undergraduate program in a related field.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student for Fall of 2023.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
· For questions regarding the job posting, email alaina.seitz@dot.state.ma.us.
· For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
· For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Heather Ulesoo – (617) 851-9447.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Executive Order #595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park Plaza
Job: Planning
Agency: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day
Number of Openings: 1
Salary: 21.00 - 21.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann(857-368-8596)/Heather Olesoo, ADA Coordinator - 6178519447
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Hybrid Work Eligible: Yes