2026 - Green Line Extension Construction Management Intern
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2026 - Green Line Extension Construction Management Intern
Salary
$25.41 Hourly
Location
METRO Green Line LRT Extension (SWLRT) St. Louis Park and Blue Line Extension (BLRT) Crystal, MN
Job Type
Intern
Job Number
2026-00235
Division
Internship
Department
Internship
Opening Date
05/29/2026
Closing Date
6/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
As an intern for the Green Line Extension project within Metro Transit Planning and Capital Programs department, you will expand your knowledge in all areas of rail systems construction while contributing to the completion of a major transit project. You will support staff with rail systems and train testing as the project ramps up towards completion.
Internship Information:
Length: Summer with a chance to extend to the school year
Hours: Full-time during summer and Part-time during school year
Start Date: 7/6/2026
Location: St. Louis Park, MN
NOTE: This is an onsite, in-person position.
What does an internship with the Metropolitan Council entail?
Our internships are designed to provide students meaningful work, be an introduction to public service and a chance to discover the Metropolitan Council.
Who is the Metropolitan Council?
The Metropolitan Councils made up of several operating divisions that service the Twin Cities Metropolitan area in a number of ways.
Metro Transit provides bus and light rail public transportation for the greater metropolitan area
Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) manages wastewater treatment plants and the regional wastewater collection system for the seven-county metropolitan region
Community Development is responsible for helping the Council shape its regional growth plan and Metro HRA provides affordable housing programs in the region
Metropolitan Transportation Services (MTS) is responsible for the transportation planning functions as the Twin Cities metropolitan planning organization (MPO) for transportation
Regional Administration provides support services (Finance, Payroll, HR, etc.) for the Council
What you would do in this job
Review and interpret construction plans, blueprints, site layouts, specs and addendums to ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety regulations.
Inspect work of contractors for compliance with construction specifications and safety standards
Communicate with the Council Authorized Representative (CAR) and Assistant Council Authorized Representative (ACAR) to address situations that need resolution.
Execute authority to stop work in emergency situations
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree seeking program (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Candidate's residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin during the internship.
An UNOFFICIAL transcript is required to be attached to application.
Have a valid driver's license
Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of construction practices
Knowledge of practical applications of engineering sciences in a construction setting
Ability to read construction plans and documents
DEGREE PROGRAM/AREA OF STUDY PREFERRED
Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or General Engineering
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Union: Non-Rep
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this internship. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly and please do not @type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attached a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
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Are you currently enrolled in a degree seeking program (Associates, Bachelor's, Master's or PhD) OR are you a recent graduate (within the last 12 months) from a post-secondary education program?
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No
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An UNOFFICIAL transcript is required, have you uploaded your transcript to your application?
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No
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This is an on-site position that requires working in the office and on worksites indoors and outdoors. Can you meet this requirement?
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List your major and academic year (freshmen, sophomore, junior, senior, graduate student or recent graduate).
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What are your strengths, and how will you best utilize them for this internship?
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What are you hoping to learn from this internship experience?
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What have you done to further your knowledge/understanding about diversity/inclusion? How have you demonstrated your learning? Diversity Definition: The collection of people who bring a variety of backgrounds, styles, perspectives, values and beliefs as assets to the groups and organizations with which they interact.
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What is your experience with onsite construction processes? What is your experience with reading blueprints, plans, specifications, and other construction documents?
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Please explain how your education and academic experience relate to this internship position.
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You observe a situation in the field that does not meet safety standards. What is your action plan to address the situation?
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Describe a time when you had to drop everything to respond to an urgent task. How did you prioritize tasks?
Required Question
Employer
Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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