JOB SUMMARY

* The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. *

The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Seeds Student Worker Program is structured to equip and train qualified students for potential permanent employment with the agency. To be eligible to participate a student must fall within one of the following categories:

• a minority;
• a Recently Separated Veteran (RSV);
• economically disadvantaged (see *Note below);
• a student with a disability; or
• a woman in a STEM or non-traditional field.
• Note: If you are applying based on economic status, you will be asked to provide information to verify income eligibility. Please go to the following link for details: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/income.html. If you meet the criteria, you will be contacted to provide proof of your economic status.

For information about the Seeds Student Worker Program:

• Short descriptions of current Seeds job opportunities can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/seeds-positions.html
• Seeds Student Worker Program at a Glance informational video: Seeds Student Worker Program
• Program information can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/seeds.html

This job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies as they become available in the Seeds Program. Positions may be in the Twin Cities Metro area or throughout the State of Minnesota. The job class noted above is Student Worker Paraprofessional. However, vacancies may be filled at the Student Worker Paraprofessional or Student Worker Paraprofessional Senior job classes depending on the specific vacancy responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must be a current student enrolled at a college/university, trade, or technical school.

• If enrolled at a credit-granting institution, an applicant must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits; or
• If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, the applicant must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off; or
• Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation.

If hired, you will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to your appointment.

Applicants must be studying a field that fulfills a MnDOT need. The applicable major is determined for each specific vacancy. Examples of majors that meet these criteria may include:

• Accounting, Finance, Business.
• Communications, Human Resources, Diversity & Equity, Law, Organizational Development, Public Administration.
• Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, Land Surveying, Planning, Urban Studies; or
• General Studies, Administrative Support.

Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 for all majors except engineering. Engineering majors must have a minimum GPA of a 3.0. Applicants will be asked to provide a copy of their transcript to verify GPA prior to being invited to interview.

Applicants must have a minimum of one academic year left in their post-secondary program prior to graduation.

• NOTE: You must include an anticipated graduation/completion date and field of study on your resume to determine eligibility.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Successful candidate must complete reference checks
It is our policy that all candidates submit pre-employment checks. The checks may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification, and Pre-Employment Physical.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.