Veteran Intern (General Office Assistant) - Office of Economic Development

Internship Opportunity With The Michigan Department Of Transportation

This is a contracted appointment that may last up to two years in duration. Paid internships occur throughout the State of Michigan.

This position answers and routes multi-line telephone calls to appropriate personnel and takes accurate telephone messages in a timely manner. Maintains a professional manner when working with customers, members of the legislature, executive office, and other departments. Retrieves and compiles data, prepares reports, and operates standard office equipment. Interprets and applies instructions and guidelines to resolve work issues and makes decisions to take appropriate actions. Performs related work as assigned.

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Veteran employment opportunities with the Michigan Department Of Transportation (MDOT) are made possible through funding provided by the Federal Highway Administration. This program is intended to meet the employment needs of honorably discharged veterans of the United States Armed Forces as they transition into the civilian workforce. MDOT is partnering with nationwide service-related organizations to fill needed positions for our veterans.

To be considered for this position you must :

• Be an honorably discharged veteran.
• Attach a copy of your DD-214 to your application. This document is required in order to serve in the internship program.
• Attach a detailed resume and cover letter.

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact the Veteran Internship Coordinator at DurnellM1@michigan.gov.