HBCU Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern
NC Department of Transportation
HBCU Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern
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HBCU Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern
Salary
$18.00 Hourly
Location
Wake County, NC
Job Type
Temporary Full-Time
Job Number
24-15139
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
Secretary
Opening Date
12/19/2024
Closing Date
2/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
HBCU Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern
Position Number
65022877
Section
Office of HBCU Outreach
Salary Grade
NC04
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Description of Work
Summer 2025 (May 2025 - August 2025)
Full-time Work Schedule,
Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week
Internship Opportunity: Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern (2 Positions)
Department: Technical Services – Photogrammetry UnitLocation: Photogrammetry Unit, Building B, Century Center, 10120 Birch Ridge Drive, Raleigh, 27610
Internship Duration: 10-week internship (May 27-August 1, 2025)
Position Overview
The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is a specialized division dedicated to supporting North Carolina's transportation initiatives through advanced geospatial and photogrammetric technologies. The unit plays a critical role in creating and maintaining precise mapping and geospatial data that supports engineering design, infrastructure development, and project planning for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Utilizing cutting-edge tools like Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS, the team develops high-quality maps, analyzes aerial imagery, and performs data validation to ensure accurate and reliable geospatial information. The unit also manages and updates NCDOT's extensive geospatial data holdings, provides visual quality assurance for critical projects, and collaborates with engineers to produce vicinity maps and other essential geospatial products. With its expertise in geomatics and photogrammetry, the team is instrumental in enabling efficient, data-driven decision-making across the department's transportation initiatives.
The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is seeking two motivated interns to assist with geospatial data organization, analysis, and mapping tasks essential to North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) projects. This internship offers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, providing valuable skills in photogrammetry, geomatics, and geospatial sciences.
Responsibilities
+ Data Organization & Mapping:
+ Create and organize historical NCDOT aerial photography boundary data using Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS.
+ Data Maintenance:
+ Update and maintain Photogrammetry Unit holdings of NCDOT geospatial data.
+ Quality Assurance:
+ Perform visual quality reviews of tiles for the E911 Coastal 2024 project.
+ Support Tasks:
+ Assist Photogrammetry technicians with tasks, such as creating vicinity maps and producing geospatial products for NCDOT projects.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Educational Background:
+ Pursuing studies in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Earth Science, or Geospatial Science.
+ Technical Skills:
+ Proficiency with software such as Bentley MicroStation, ArcGIS, and photogrammetric analytical stereo plotting tools.
+ General computer skills, including familiarity with geospatial and engineering technologies.
+ Soft Skills:
+ Detail-oriented with a strong ability to learn new technical skills quickly.
+ Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Internship Structure
+ Training:
+ Interns will receive hands-on guidance to acquire the necessary technical skills for assigned tasks.
+ Due to time constraints, mastery of advanced skills may be limited during the internship period.
+ Evaluation:
+ Performance will be assessed based on the timely and accurate completion of assignments.
Career Development
This internship provides an excellent foundation for a career in photogrammetry, geomatics, or civil engineering by working directly with geospatial and aerial imagery data in a professional setting.
Application Requirements:
To apply for this internship, please submit the following documents:
+ Resume:
+ Highlight your educational background, relevant coursework, skills, work experience, and extracurricular activities that demonstrate your qualifications for the position.
+ Academic Transcript:
+ Provide an unofficial or official transcript that lists your completed coursework, grades, and current GPA. This will help us assess your academic qualifications and areas of study.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
+ Resume:
+ Highlight your educational background, relevant coursework, skills, work experience, and extracurricular activities that demonstrate your qualifications for the position.
+ Academic Transcript:
+ Provide an unofficial or official transcript that lists your completed coursework, grades, and current GPA. This will help us assess your academic qualifications and areas of study.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
+ Must be a currently enrolled full-time student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited or recently graduated from a North Carolina Historically Black College/University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) within the past three years.
+ 24 credit hours completed.
+ Has legal right to work in the U.S. and do not need sponsorship
Mi nimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)To help you with your interview, we suggest that you do your research: know some background about NCDOT and the business area to which you are applying. We also suggest that you practice your interview skills by discussing your experience and job history with a family member, friend, or mentor.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Dr. Jarrett Eason jdeason1@ncdot.gov
More Information About The Office of HBCU Outreach:
Website: NCDOT: HBCU/MIHE Internship Program (https://www.ncdot.gov/initiatives-policies/students-youth/internship-programs/Pages/hbcu-mihe-internship.aspx)
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting An Equal Opportunity Employer, NC State Government noreply@nc.gov
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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The North Carolina Department of Transportation requires that your application include all your relevant education and workforce experience. NCDOT does not accept "See Attached" or resumes in lieu of completing the "Education" and/or "Work Experience" section of the online application. CONFIRM - I understand that I will not be considered for employment with NCDOT if I submit an incomplete application.
+ Yes
+ No
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Please answer the following in 300 -500 words: "What Skills Do You Hope to Gain or Develop if Selected as a Program Participant?"
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Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your unofficial transcript?
+ Yes
+ No
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Have you attached either a Word or PDF copy your resume?
+ Yes
+ No
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Select the College/University you currently attend.
+ Bennett College
+ NC A&T State University
+ Elizabeth City State University
+ NC Central University
+ UNC Pembroke
+ Fayetteville State University
+ Saint Augustine's University
+ Johnson C Smith University
+ Shaw University
+ Johnson & Wales University - Charlotte
+ Livingstone College
+ Winston Salem State University
+ None of the Above
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Are you a North Carolina resident?
+ Yes
+ No
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How did you hear about this program?
+ Career Fair
+ Online Job Posting
+ College/University website
+ Social Media
+ Word of Mouth
+ Prior Experience with NCDOT
+ Other
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Please select any of the workforce development programs you have participated in.
+ National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)
+ Construction Career Days
+ TRAC & Rides
+ Summer Engineering Assistants Program
+ Public Transportation Internship/Apprenticeship
+ HBCU Internship
+ None
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Are you currently enrolled as a student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited institution?
+ Yes
+ No
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Please choose the best option which describes your overall GPA based on a 4.0 scale.
+ 3.5-4.0
+ 3.0-3.4
+ 2.5-2.9
+ 2.0-2.4
+ Less than 2.0
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Please provide the major you are currently enrolled in.
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