Traffic Intern - Northwest District Office

State of Missouri
Saint Joseph, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 11, 2025
  • Salary: $21.05-$24.19 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:24
  • Internship
  • Transportation or Transit
  • Job Description

    Job Location: St. Joseph NW District Office

    Why you’ll love this position:

    The traffic intern reviews and approves work relating to roadway access, traffic handling, and excavation proposed on department right of way, and performs inspections of projects to ensure compliance with specifications set forth in permits. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

    What you’ll do:

    • Prepares and issues permits to utility companies, contractors, developers, governmental entities, or individuals for work on department right of way with designated project specifications and requirements.
    • Meets with contractors, developers, governmental entities, individuals, and utility companies to explain procedures and department policies on granting permits.
    • Reviews and approves proposed plans for construction on department right of way for feasibility with regard to drainage, sight distance, landscaping, curbing, traffic flow, and related requirements; makes recommendation for modification; may coordinate permit work with other district departments.
    • Reviews work zone requests and approves or restricts work zone activity based on the impact to traffic and the community.
    • Conducts field inspections of projects and work zones, and performs measurements of traffic control devices to ensure compliance with departmental standards.


    All you need for success:

    • Enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program full-time (12+ credit hours).
    • 30 credit hours completed/accepted toward current degree program. High school or other postsecondary program credits must be shown to be accepted by the current program through a degree transcript to apply.
    • Possess and maintain an overall GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent.


    Special Working Conditions:

    • None


    Preferred Qualifications

    • None


    More reasons to love this position:

    MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .

    At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

    Contact Details: NWHR@MoDOT.mo.gov

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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