Seeds Student Worker Program current openings
ArcGIS Cartographer Seeds Student Worker
Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related field of study
Description:
MnDOT’s Geographic Information and Mapping (GIM) section seeks a Seeds student worker to support transportation planning, design, construction, and maintenance through mapping and GIS analysis. Utilize ArcGIS Pro to update and produce municipal, county, and civil township maps. Responsibilities include reviewing, mapping, and maintaining bicycle status reports and data using GIS. Additional work includes assisting and contributing to the State Highway Map redesign, website development, and the MnDOT GIS Newsletter.
Primary Tasks:
- Request information regarding the status of transportation systems and other features from local government, MnDOT offices, state agencies, and other sources
- Work with others to create, maintain, and update the annual county bicycle map series
- Help create step-by-step instructions for internal GIS training
- Migrate information from a custom geoprocessing tool using ArcMap and Python for use in ArcGIS
- Troubleshoot and correct migration issues
- Recommend other options and tools to use in migration
Environmental Seeds Student Worker
Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Environmental Studies, Urban Studies, or related field of study
Description:
The Office of Environmental Stewardship (OES) seeks a Seeds student worker to manage up-to-date environmental spatial data, increasing coordination within and across offices. Support customer trust, financial efficiency, and operational excellence by preserving institutional knowledge and streamlining the decision-making process for planning, program delivery, and operations.
Primary Tasks:
- Create, update, and maintain existing GIS databases and applications using ArcPro, ArcGIS online, ERSI Enterprise, Experience Builder, and Story Maps
- Assist with the development of Green Assets to record vegetation investments and functional roadside vegetation
- Research, assist, and support conversations and development of GIS applications, datasets, and tools used by OES staff
Fleet Management Seeds Student Worker
Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Architecture, Business Management, or related field of study
Description:
The Office of Fleet Management seeks a Seeds student worker to support building asset management at the Central Service Fort Snelling facility using the Archibus system and other duties as assigned.
Primary Tasks:
- Identify, document, and assign ID information to building assets
- Organize building blueprints to meet facility standards
- Coordinate with the Building Services Data Specialist to submit Archibus data
Human Resources Seeds Student Worker
Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Human Resources, Office Management, Business Management, or related field of study
Description:
The Office of Human Resources seeks a Seeds student worker to assist with MnDOT recruitment efforts to create and maintain a qualified, diverse workforce at the agency.
Primary Tasks:
- Assist in planning and execution of group events for students and MnDOT employees
- Provide information on the agency’s recruitment and employment programs to the public
- Promote MnDOT as an employer of choice at recruitment career fairs and community events
Metro Engineer Seeds Student Worker
Location: Roseville
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Office Management, Civil Engineering, or related field of study
Description:
The Metro South Area seeks a Seeds student worker to assist help with administrative tasks including community engagement and meeting scheduling with local partners in the metro area.
Primary Tasks:
- Assist the metro area engineer with coordination and communication tasks including scheduling and attending meetings
- Respond to public comments regarding ongoing studies, construction projects, maintenance activities, and more
- Coordinate internal and external project delivery with the metro area engineer regarding construction activities, deliverables, layout reviews, data recording, and reporting.
Metro Environmental Noise Seeds Student Worker
Location: Roseville
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related field of study.
Description:
The Metro Right of Way Office seeks a Seeds student worker to help Project Controls staff members conduct field noise measurements, document measurements, and update the GIS database.
Primary Tasks:
- Conduct field measurements of noise levels adjacent to MnDOT roadways for the Metro Standalone Noise Barrier Program and respond to public complaints
- Update field measurement data for Metro Standalone Noise Barrier Study
- Update noise measurement data using ArcGIS Online and Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
Metro Right of Way Seeds Student Worker
Location: Roseville
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related field of study
Description:
The Metro Right of Way Office seeks a Seeds student worker to help capture property management documents in a spatial environment. Create spatial data to enhance coordination within and across offices, preserve institutional knowledge, and streamline the decision-making process for planning, program delivery, and operations.
Primary Tasks:
- Create, update, and maintain existing GIS data using ArcGIS, ArcPro, ArcGIS online, and Survey123
- Research MnDOT historic documents, agreements, and permits to be used for GIS locating
- Research, assist, and support conversations and development of GIS applications, datasets, and tools used by Metro Right of Way staff
Office of Civil Rights Seeds Student Worker
Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 2
Major/field of study: Communication, Business Administration, Public Relations, Political Science, or related field of study
Description:
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) seeks a Seeds student worker for professional learning in various operations and functional areas. Develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for a long-term, successful careers.
Primary Tasks:
- Produce written reports, PowerPoint presentations, graphics, displays, website content, maps, and other communication tools using plain language and formatting documents for ADA accessibility
- Support partnerships, advisory groups, or initiatives to further small business contract participation, equity, objectives, and goals
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, office, and agency activities
- Create training flyers and other OCR communication documents
Traffic Incident Seeds Student Worker
Location: Roseville
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Civil Engineer, Data Analyst, or related field of study
Description:
The Office of Traffic Incident Management (TIM) seeks a Seeds student worker to assist in researching best practices and identifying gaps in response and clearance planning.
Primary Tasks:
- Collect data and set up meetings in the development of After-Action Reviews (AARs)
- Collect response time data of emergency responders from the State Patrol Computer Aided Dispatch system or traffic camera video
- Work with district personnel and State Patrol to assist with road closure plans and traffic incidents on major freeway corridors
- Help develop and track TIM-related performance measures such as incident response time, incident clearance time, and delays caused by incidents
Seeds Student Worker - general application
Location: Various
Major/field of study: Various
Description:
The Seeds Student Worker Program accepts applications year-round for college students interested in working at MnDOT. College students who meet the program’s eligibility requirements may apply at any time. Your application is kept on file if there are no current positions available in your field of study.