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University Region - Summer Youth Group - Team Members

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University Region - Summer Youth Group - Team Members

Salary

$15.50 Hourly

Location

Jackson, MI

Job Type

SPS Contract

Job Number

5901-25-UR-29-SYG-TeamMembers

Department

Transportation

Opening Date

05/16/2025

Closing Date

6/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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Job Description

This is a seasonal program that runs from approximately May 2025 through September 2025.

The Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) University Region is looking for Team Members who are 16–18-year-old high school students and recent high school graduates as part of our Summer Youth Group (SYG). The SYG is centered around enhancing communication skills, participating in diverse teams, developing good work habits, and learning about employment opportunities at MDOT.

As a Team Member in the SYG, you will have the opportunity to perform work activities that may include, but are not limited to, enhancing landscaping; weeding and removing vegetation around guardrails and road signs; painting Park-N-Ride lot posts; cleaning rest areas/welcome centers; repairing and maintaining rest areas features (picnic tables, posts, etc.); enhancing roadside parks and scenic turnouts; removing litter; and assisting with erosion-control measures and cleaning out outlets.

Team Member eligibility requirements:

+ Currently enrolled in high school with a proposed 2.0 or higher cumulative GPA or a recent graduate. Transcripts confirming this will be required at time of interview.

+ At least 16 years of age or older.

+ Provide a letter of recommendation from a schoolteacher, coach, counselor, or principal, which will be required at time of interview.

+ Possess a valid school issued work permit, if applicable.

+ Pass a pre-participant drug test.

+ 40-hour work week availability.

+ Ability to work outside and transport up to 45 pounds.

+ Ability to traverse uneven terrain and work on roadsides.

+ Willingness and ability to follow instructions.

MDOT is a diverse, innovative agency serving your family, friends, Michigan citizens, and visitors. From aviation to local public transit services, MDOT is involved in all modes of transportation. If you want to have a positive impact on your community and be part of a great team, what are you waiting for?

Get started now!

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Additional Requirements and Information

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

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

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 Christina Tijerina at [email protected].

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State of Michigan unpaid Intern positions do not include a comprehensive benefits plan.

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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

+ Yes

+ No

02

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Are you a current or former Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Are you a previous MDOT Youth Development & Mentoring Program participant?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and are at least 16 years of age or older?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you have not completed an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school, are you currently enrolled in high school with a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher and at least 16 years of age or older?

+ Yes

+ No

+ I already completed an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school.

07

Are you able to provide a letter of recommendation from a schoolteacher, coach, counselor, or principal if offered an interview?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Please describe in 3-5 sentences why you are interested in participating in the 2025 Southwest Region Summer Youth Group:

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MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?

+ MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program

+ MDOT TRAC Program

+ MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program

+ Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship

+ MI Construction Career Days

+ National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)

+ Other

+ N/A

+ MDOT Capstone Internship

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MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)

+ State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com

+ LinkedIn

+ College/University Career Services Office or website

+ Twitter

+ Facebook

+ Indeed

+ Career Search Engine (i.e. Monster, Careerbuilder)

+ Michigan Works! Agency

+ Career Fair

+ GovDelivery

+ Billboard

+ Employee Referral

+ Veterans Organization

+ Government Jobs

+ Diversity Jobs

+ recruitics

+ ZipRecruiter

+ Other

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Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Transportation

Address

425 West Ottawa Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

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