Civil Engineer Trainee - District 4
State of Illinois · Illinois
- Role
- Software engineer
- First seen
- Oct 1, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Anticipated Starting Salary $4,631 monthly; Full Range: $4,631 - $6,323 monthly
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Summary
The Civil Engineer Trainee position with the Illinois Department of Transportation assists in preparing final plans and implementing highway construction projects across District 4 in Peoria. The role involves field measurements, computations, documentation, and design work while rotating through different bureaus as part of a structured training program. This is an entry-level engineering position offering clear pathways for promotion to Civil Engineer I, II, and III within 24 months.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college (or Illinois Engineer Intern Certificate, PE license, or Structural Engineer License)
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA; if GPA is 2.0-2.5, must also hold Engineer Intern Certificate or PE/Structural Engineer License
- Valid driver's license and ability for district-wide travel
- Working knowledge of civil engineering practices and basic skill with engineering field and office instruments
- Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to make technical computations
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