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Support Track Intern

FDOT staff will work with each intern to create the learning experience that is most beneficial to the student and the department. Each applicant will have the opportunity to request specific work areas. FDOT Staff will endeavor to fulfill those requests within available positions. See areas of responsibility below. Please choose at least three areas of interest. Gain knowledge, skills and experience in the Transportation Industry. Perform routine tasks under direct supervision across different work units within the department. Engage in research and provide insights to support initiatives. Interact with executive leadership, team leads, project managers, fellow interns, and external partners. Actively participate in team projects, contribute to agency goals, and assist in driving change within the organization.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Services Office- An intern in the FSO office will provide support across several key administrative and financial processes. Responsibilities include assisting with inputting transactions into the Invoice Transmittal System to ensure accurate and timely processing. The intern will also help audit P-Card transactions for compliance and accuracy. Additional tasks may involve pulling financial or operational reports, organizing and filing documentation related to contracts for payment, and supporting other office functions as needed. This role offers hands-on experience with financial systems and auditing practices in a professional setting.

Business Track - (Any majors, explores the business side of running an agency) Transportation Overview, Work Program, Financial Services, Procurement, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Facilities Management, Right of Way Administration, Legal, Executive Office, Administration, Project Management, Emergency Management, Information Technology.

OIT - A typical day for an OIT intern could consist of any (or all) the following tasks:

  • Workstation
  • Working incoming tickets
  • Assisting with any projects (Memory upgrade/PC Replacements/Monitor replacements etc…)
  • Ensuring computers are connected to the FDOT network
  • Assisting with patching computers as needed
  • Attending meetings (Workstation statewide/AV statewide/Network statewide/Enterprise Vulnerabilities)
  • Wiping computers
  • Assisting with surplusing computers and other equipment
  • Network
  • Monitor Network Alerts in LogicMonitor
  • Reset passwords
  • Assist with replacing faulty network equipment - this often includes travel
  • Research security vulnerabilities identified by Qualys
  • Assist with StarLink maintenance and deployment
  • Assist on ongoing projects by attending project meetings and providing research assistance and feedback
  • Wiping surplus server hard drives

Procurement - As a Procurement intern, you’ll learn how FDOT manages contracts and purchasing in a fun, relaxed, and friendly learning environment. You’ll assist with reviewing contractor and consultant qualifications, payroll, and overhead rates. You’ll gain an understanding of Florida statutes, FDOT rules, and policies, and see how contracts are negotiated and executed. You’ll also learn about MyFloridaMarketPlace, the state’s purchasing system, and what it’s like to work in state government. Organizational Development - The Intern will work with the Organizational Development and Training Department (OD&T) initiatives, projects, learning management system (LMS), marketing efforts and general data reporting and analysis. The Intern will have the opportunity to work with people and numbers, that make a difference in the Department’s culture and success. The Office seeks fresh eyes on continuous improvement opportunities based on current process to better efficiencies for the unit and the District Customer. (i.e., efficiencies or ways to scale, for repeated requests.) The intern will be a thought partner with other team members and departments.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Onsite

Hours: Up to 20 hours per week

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Multiple positions may be filled from this advertisement.

Criteria

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Students in all types of business degrees, Students in Education, Human Resources, Talent Development, Communications, Information Technology, Psychology, Marketing or Public Administration related technical field. Computer science, or related field; junior, senior, or graduate student; minimum GPA 3.0

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The student should have an interest in learning about the role FDOT plays and how the support staff manage to keep it all running from the background, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel, good organizational and time management skills.