Student Assistant, Structure Construction - Student Assistant Caltrans Employee Review

4.0
Nov 2, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Very easy going and insightful mentorship from field engineers. Relaxing atmosphere in field office. Very good blend of field visits and office work. Good flexibility for interns.

Cons

There is not as much structure in the student assistant program as I would have thought. I felt like I was unsure of my role in the project, granted I was only an intern with two years of civil engineering education from a four year university. Seem to be bouncing around from small assignment to assignment.

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Cons

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3.0
Jun 5, 2026
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Pros

Stable, chances for advancement (dependent on location), more time off the longer you stick around

Cons

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