Seasonal Environmental Assistant

The State of Indiana is hiring a Seasonal Environmental Assistant in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves managing environmental project items, collecting data, and preparing documents related to the NEPA process. Candidates should have experience in technical documentation and fieldwork. This position offers competitive pay but does not include benefits and is limited to 180 working days. It primarily involves office work with some field duties during the summer.
Date Posted: Mar 24, 2026

Requisition ID: 474868

Location: Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

Seasonal Environmental Assistants should expect to work primarily in an office setting with field days during the summer season. They will be responsible for managing project items as assigned which could be comprised of Early Coordination Letters, Coordination Review, preparation of Red Flag investigations and more in relation to the NEPA Process. The best candidate will have experience in drafting technical documentation, some field experience, and time management skills.

Location:

This position is located in INDOT’s Fort Wayne District.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $16.24 an hour.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:
• Collects, researches, and digitizes environmental data
• Collects and analyzes field data
• Prepares environmental documents for various INDOT projects, including the development and coordination of environmental related reports
• Ensures compliance with federal & state regulations
• Provides related technical assistance in development & maintenance of tracking logs using data base management systems

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Currently enrolled or recent graduate of an Environmental or closely related (e.g. geology, archaeology, natural resources, ecology, etc.) program.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.