Seeds Student Worker Program current openings
To apply, select the position name to go directly to the Seeds Student Worker application on the mn.gov/careers website.
Seeds Student Worker
General application
Location: Various
Major/field of study:Accounting/Finance, Architecture/Architectural Drafting, Business Management, Chemistry/Materials Science/Physics, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Communications/Marketing, Environmental Studies/Science, Geography/GIS, Human Resources, Land Surveying, Law/Paralegal, Office Management,
Planning/Urban Studies, Public Administration
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. If the Seeds program does not have a current opening in your field of study, your application is kept on file and you will be contacted if a vacancy opens.
Twin Cities metro area opportunities
Roseville
ArcGIS Cartographer Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Civil Engineering, Cartography, Urban Planning, or related fields
Description:
Help create and update maps using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools like ArcGIS Pro. In this role, you will move older maps into modern digital and web-based formats to help MnDOT plan, build, and maintain roads across the state. You will also help with short-term mapping projects, like creating special maps for transportation projects or visualizations, updating statewide bicycle information, helping redesign the State Highway Map, and finding creative ways to make MnDOT’s maps easier to use and more visible.
Primary tasks:
- Assist in creating and updating statewide maps and online mapping tools
- Update bike route maps and data to support bike and pedestrian planning
- Write easy-to-follow instructions for GIS training
- Promote MnDOT’s maps and website to users
Traffic Engineering Safety Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, GIS, or related fields
Description:
Gain experience in traffic safety practices, data analysis, and engineering standards, working in the Office of Traffic Engineering. In this position, you will assist with projects related to traffic policies, crash analysis, field reviews, and speed data collection while learning about traffic research projects and safety training courses.
Primary tasks:
- Review crash information to assess risks on different roadways and suggest possible
- Write Review and provide feedback on traffic engineering and safety policies, practices, and other technical documents
- Place and retrieve mobile traffic speed data equipment in work zones on highways and process the collected data
- Help create a new process for tracking speed data and determining appropriate speed management for work zones
St. Paul
eLearning Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Human Resources, Adult Education, Business and Marketing Education, Human Resources Development, Graphic Design, or related fields
Description:
Help create engaging online learning content for MnDOT’s e-learning modules, tutorials, job aids, graphics, videos, and other digital materials. In this position, you will learn the basics of adult learning principles, instructional design, and eLearning development while working independently and as part of a team.
Primary tasks:
- Work with eLearning writers and developers to learn MnDOT’s eLearning creation process
- Develop materials, create content, and review projects with clients
- Explore new eLearning tools and approaches and share recommendations with the team
- Check current eLearning materials for broken links, spelling or grammar errors, and suggest visual improvements
Geographic Information System Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Civil Engineering, Geography, Urban Planning, Traffic Engineering, Cartography, or related fields
Description:
Help maintain spatial data and provide basic Geographic Information Systems (GIS) services to staff in the Office of
Transportation System Management (OTSM). In this position, you will learn how to collect, organize, analyze, and map spatial data to support MnDOT’s business needs. This role focuses on building foundational GIS skills, gaining experience with ArcGIS software, and contributing to the accuracy and accessibility of MnDOT’s GIS data and mapping resources.
Primary tasks:
- Help create maps following MnDOT’s templates using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online tools
- Perform quality checks and update spatial data to ensure accuracy
- Use location, address, or route information to complete simple spatial analysis tasks
- Help prepare GIS-related updates, summaries, and materials for user groups.
Land Management Support Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Human Resources, Business Administration, Real Estate, Pre-Law, or related fields
Description:
Work closely with the Direct Purchase and Land Management staff and real estate attorneys on legal and property matters. In this position, you will perform clerical and paralegal work, including scanning parcel and condemnation files, and obtaining and organizing files for court filings.
Primary tasks:
- Prepare and process mailings for various legal matters
- Review completed files, preparing them for permanent record keeping
- Organize and prepare files for court and other legal matters under the direction of office attorneys
Project Support Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Public Administration, Business, Analytics, Urban Planning/Community Development, Finance, and Policy, or related fields
Description:
Assist the Office of Sustainability and Public Health (OSPH) with data management, communications, and project support. In this role, you will help integrate the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grant data into the grants management system and create tools and resources to improve transparency and demonstrate performance metrics.
Primary tasks:
- Combine data from different sources verifying its accuracy while identifying, reporting, and correcting any errors
- Provide correct information for maps and check results for accuracy
- Create summary reports or dashboards
- Match NEVI grant data fields to existing structures in Salesforce
- Draft and proof website content and verify web links
Research Specialist Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Business Administration, or related fields
Description:
Help the Office of Research & Innovation (ORI) Research and Management Unit manage and improve research-related processes. In this position, you will review and edit documents, research best practices, and assist with projects to make research operations more efficient
Primary tasks:
- Check and edit research process documents for clarity and accuracy
- Research best practices, plan updates, and identify goals to increase efficiency in research processes
- Maintain tracking systems and dashboards to show key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Help ORI with internal and external communications
District opportunities
Bemidji
Land Management Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related fields
Description:
Support land management activities in northern Minnesota by performing tasks related to real estate records and property information to ensure operations run smoothly. In this position, you will gain experience working with legal documents, data entry, and electronic record management.
Primary tasks:
- Locate tax records, landowner contact details, and other property information
- Assist in the direct property purchase process
- Research legal documents related to real estate acquisition
- Input real estate information into the state database system
Traffic Engineering Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Traffic Engineering, Geographic Information Systems, or related fields
Description:
Gain experience with traffic data collection, crash analysis, field reviews, and technical reports while learning how traffic policies and standards are applied. In this position, you will help improve traffic safety and operations.
Primary tasks:
- Gather traffic-related data, obtain crash statistics, and review technical reports to support project planning, respond to public concerns, and assist with traffic safety efforts
- Collect and process data such as traffic counts, speeds, and sight distances for traffic studies and the annual traffic count program
- Accompany traffic engineers to meetings and safety reviews
Detroit Lakes
Right of Way Seeds Student Worker
Number of openings: 1
Majors/field of study: Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, or related fields
Description:
Assist with tasks related to property acquisition, document management, and permit processing. In this position, you will gain experience working with maps, legal documents, and electronic records while ensuring accurate and organized information for projects.
Primary Tasks:
- Create, maintain, and organize right of way acquisition files for current, easy-to-find information
- Respond to requests for information about existing state right of way using internal files
- Help file, record, and mail permits for the right of way and permit area.
- Produce right of way layouts following Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) standards and compile supporting documentation
- Check permits for old and new construction projects for potential impact