What are the responsibilities and job description for the College Intern - Information Technology, PN: 20083036 position at Ohio Department of Transportation?
Paid ODOT College Internship - Information Technology, PN: 20083036
Position available for the 2026 Fall/ Winter Semester in College
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOT employees are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
ODOT's Mission Statement
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Benefits To You
Assists in performing helpdesk support (e.g., troubleshoots software, hardware & communication problems involving District equipment; performs simple programming tasks; performs helpdesk duties). Unpacks, sets up & configures servers & microcomputers & assists in troubleshooting same. Provides support in performing routine system maintenance (e.g., assists in installing cables & network interface controllers (NICs), performs minor printer & system repairs, monitors performance). Responds to user inquiries & assists users in resolving software & hardware problems (e.g., corrects hardware malfunctions, restores files).
Under direct supervision of Network Administration Supervisor, assists in monitoring & maintaining data communications/telecommunications systems equipment & performs network support. Repairs & maintains electronic data processing & voice data communications equipment (e.g., terminals, modems, printers, telephones). Assists with installation & maintenance of computer systems (e.g., networks, terminals, file servers, plot servers, network printers, tape library), software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office programs), computer equipment & peripherals (e.g., printers, CD-ROMs, high-speed scanners, modems, NICs, wireless NICs). Assists in installation & testing of local area network (LAN) drops & phone lines at remote locations. Receives training in & performs specific technical tasks (e.g., analysis & programming of new & existing personal computer (PC) &/or mainframe applications). Downloads & uploads data between PCs & mainframe. Uses personal computer (e.g., Visual Studio, HyperText Markup Language (HTML). Active Server Pages (ASP), SharePoint Designer) to modify &/or test computer software & develop data processing application programs tailored for individual users.
Assists in development & maintenance of District website (e.g., works with various offices to create outlines of information to be used internally & externally, scans & formats documents for web inclusion). Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Must currently be enrolled in a college or university and in good academic standing.
Must show proof of valid driver's license in order to operate state vehicle.
Technical Skills: Information Technology
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Customer Focus
Organization
Transportation - District 01
Agency Contact Name and Information
Aubrey.McDonald@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Aug 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
District 1 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Allen County-Lima
Compensation
19.50 - 24.00
Schedule
Part-time
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Flexibility
Primary Technology
Not Applicable
Position available for the 2026 Fall/ Winter Semester in College
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOT employees are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
ODOT's Mission Statement
To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
Benefits To You
- PAID Internship with the rate is based on your rank in school
- Flexible hours based around your school schedule
- Real world experience
- Our interns work year-round and are eligible to participate in the intern program long as they are enrolled in an accredited college or university and are in good academic standing
- The opportunity to work on an important mission
Assists in performing helpdesk support (e.g., troubleshoots software, hardware & communication problems involving District equipment; performs simple programming tasks; performs helpdesk duties). Unpacks, sets up & configures servers & microcomputers & assists in troubleshooting same. Provides support in performing routine system maintenance (e.g., assists in installing cables & network interface controllers (NICs), performs minor printer & system repairs, monitors performance). Responds to user inquiries & assists users in resolving software & hardware problems (e.g., corrects hardware malfunctions, restores files).
Under direct supervision of Network Administration Supervisor, assists in monitoring & maintaining data communications/telecommunications systems equipment & performs network support. Repairs & maintains electronic data processing & voice data communications equipment (e.g., terminals, modems, printers, telephones). Assists with installation & maintenance of computer systems (e.g., networks, terminals, file servers, plot servers, network printers, tape library), software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office programs), computer equipment & peripherals (e.g., printers, CD-ROMs, high-speed scanners, modems, NICs, wireless NICs). Assists in installation & testing of local area network (LAN) drops & phone lines at remote locations. Receives training in & performs specific technical tasks (e.g., analysis & programming of new & existing personal computer (PC) &/or mainframe applications). Downloads & uploads data between PCs & mainframe. Uses personal computer (e.g., Visual Studio, HyperText Markup Language (HTML). Active Server Pages (ASP), SharePoint Designer) to modify &/or test computer software & develop data processing application programs tailored for individual users.
Assists in development & maintenance of District website (e.g., works with various offices to create outlines of information to be used internally & externally, scans & formats documents for web inclusion). Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Must currently be enrolled in a college or university and in good academic standing.
Must show proof of valid driver's license in order to operate state vehicle.
Technical Skills: Information Technology
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Flexibility, Customer Focus
Organization
Transportation - District 01
Agency Contact Name and Information
Aubrey.McDonald@dot.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Aug 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
District 1 HQ
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Allen County-Lima
Compensation
19.50 - 24.00
Schedule
Part-time
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus, Flexibility
Primary Technology
Not Applicable