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Governor's Summer Intern - Indot - Environmental
Posted on Nov. 25, 2025
- Crawfordsville, United States of America
- 16.0 - 17.0 USD (hourly)
- Internship
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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI):
The Governor’s Summer Internship Program (GSI) is designed to give college students real-world, hands-on experience in their desired field of study to enhance marketability upon graduation. Participation in the program will offer students a multitude of experiences including networking with state employees, resume building and soft skills workshops, agency head panels, and much more.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
This position will serve as an Environmental Manager Intern for the Crawfordsville District, Environmental Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation. The Intern will be responsible for a variety of INDOT District Environmental projects and support roles. The objective of the position is to provide valuable learning experience in the areas of environmental policy (NEPA and other regulations) and environmental investigations as they relate to the transportation industry, as well as assisting the Crawfordsville District Environmental Section in completing environmental assignments and responsibilities. The Intern will report to the Environmental Section Manager.
Hourly Rate:
The hourly wage for this position traditionally starts at $16.24 per hour for current undergraduate students and $17.24 per hour for those with an earned bachelor’s degree.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Take a lead role in preparing and reviewing documents to demonstrate compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other related regulations.
- Use ESRI ArcGIS Pro to research and prepare Geographic Information System (GIS) datasets for the preparation of maps and use in various assignments.
- Conduct inspections of bridges and culverts for use by bats and birds for compliance with the Endangered Species Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, respectively. Conduct associated collection of guano for species identification.
- Analyze the District Maintenance Division’s Culvert Maintenance Work Plan for waterway investigation and permitting requirements.
- Assist in data collection for and preparation of Waters of the U.S. reports for wetland and waterway permit determinations.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
- At the end of the summer, the intern will create a PowerPoint presentation summarizing their INDOT internship experience.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
What You'll Need for Success:
- Enrolled in a four-year college program and working towards a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, or related STEM field
- Relevant work experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of the mission and role of INDOT
- Basic understanding of state policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
- Knowledge of state government structure, administrative procedures, and the legislative process
- Willingness to learn on the job and adapt quickly to changing circumstances
- Ability to research, draft, and edit data and reports
- Technical and professional writing skills
- Ability to manage workload in both a team setting and an independent work environment
- Proficiency with computer office software, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Teams, and Adobe Acrobat
- Basic knowledge of GIS software, ESRI ArcGIS Pro software preferred
- Ability to work outdoors, use hand tools, and lift fifty pounds
- Good interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a wide variety of contacts
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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