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Seeds Student Worker Program current openings

To apply, select the position name to go directly to the Seeds Student Worker application on the mn.gov/careers website.

Environmental Stewardship Seeds Student Worker

Location: St. Paul
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: GIS, Natural Resources, Urban Planning, or a related field of study

Description:
MnDOT’s Office of Environmental Stewardship (OES) is looking for a student worker with GIS experience to help manage environmental mapping data. Your work will support better coordination across teams and help streamline decision-making for transportation planning and projects.

Primary Tasks:

  • Help create, update, and maintain GIS databases and internal/web-based applications using tools like ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Story Maps
  • Support the development of “Green Assets” to track vegetation investments and functional roadside vegetation
  • Research and assist in developing GIS applications, datasets, and tools based on the needs of OES staff

Human Resources Seeds Student Worker

Location: St. Paul 
Number of openings: 1
Major/field of study: Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, Business Administration, Business Management, or a related field of study

Description:
Work closely with MnDOT recruiters to help build our workforce. Your work will assist and support agency recruiters in creating and maintaining a qualified, diverse workforce, providing employment information to the public, and administering the employee referral program.

Primary Tasks:

  • Support recruitment activities by creating and posting job ads on internal and external employment platforms and designing promotional materials
  • Network and research new opportunities for partnerships and recruitment events
  • Coordinate and attend recruitment events to connect job seekers with MnDOT employment opportunities
  • Maintain and analyze data to identify trends, effectiveness of events, and return on investment for HR leadership
  • Assist in administering the Employee Referral Program by maintaining tracking spreadsheets, implementing and marketing the program, and responding to inquiries about the program

Seeds Student Worker - general application

Location: Various
Major/field of study: Various

Description: 
The Seeds Student Worker Program accepts applications year-round for college students interested in working at MnDOT. College students who meet the program’s eligibility requirements may apply at any time. If the Seeds program does not have a current opening in your field of study, your application is kept on file and you will be contacted if a vacancy opens.