College Aide

As a College Intern at NYC DOT's Asphalt Plant and Laboratories, candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and performance of asphalt and related materials used in roadway construction. responsibilities will include conducting quality-controlled tests, field inspections, laboratory equipment maintenance, collaboration with plant personnel, and assisting the asphalt plant manager. Additionally, candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to asphalt technology research and development. Key responsibilities include: Assist in conducting quality-controlled tests on hot asphalt, reclaimed asphalt pavement, aggregates, and other raw materials. Strictly adhere to prescribed sampling methods at specified intervals during testing procedures. Conduct field inspections to assess product performance and ensure compliance with quality standards. Establish and maintain professional communication and collaboration with Asphalt Plant Personnel. Assist with various assignments and special projects. Assist the asphalt plant management team in daily tasks. Contribute to research and development efforts related to asphalt technologies. Minimum Qualifications For Assignment Level I: Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school. For Assignment Level II (Information Technology): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications. SPECIAL NOTE Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods. Preferred Skills Enrolled in a college program in a relevant field (e.g., materials science, pre-engineering, chemistry, or a related discipline). Strong attention to detail and commitment to following established protocols. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to maintain a clean and orderly laboratory environment. Effective communication skills to interact professionally with colleagues. Eagerness to learn and contribute to the development of asphalt technologies. Flexibility to handle various tasks and respond to unexpected situations. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.