What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern Diesel Equipment Technician position at Transportation?
Bismarck, ND, Bismarck District
NDDOT Pay: $20/hour - Returning interns may receive a higher rate commensurate with experience.
Please visit your career center for details regarding earning co-op credit for your internship
Must attach a copy of your unofficial transcript to be eligible for this internship.
This is a temporary position with no paid benefits.
All internships are paid full-time summer of 2026 positions.
Applicants will be considered immediately upon submitting application materials. The position may be filled prior to the listed closing date after successful completion of the application and interview process.
Summary of Work
This internship will provide quality experience regarding diesel maintenance and repair of NDDOT Equipment and Heavy Equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate program in diesel mechanic or similar degree with diesel heavy equipment
• Requires ability to lift and carry a total weight of up to 50 pounds.
• Possession of a valid Class D Driver License for travel within the state of North Dakota.
Requires satisfactory completion of the interview process, reference check and successful completion of a job function screening.
Applicants will be considered immediately upon submitting application materials. The position may be filled prior to the listed closing date after successful completion of the application and interview process.
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Application Procedures
Submit an application by 11:59 P.M. Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date. Application materials, including resume and cover letter, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.*
*Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.
Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact the DOT Talent Acquisition Team, at dot.recruiter@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651.
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NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
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