Engineering Internship - PennDOT - Statewide (College)



Engineering Internship - PennDOT - Statewide (College)

Salary

$15.88 Hourly

Location

Multi-County, PA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

DOT Eng Intern Statewide

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 100

Opening Date

12/12/2022

Closing Date

6/30/2023 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U2710

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Pay Group

ST01

Bureau / Division

Department of Transportation

Contact Phone

ra-pdsummerprogram@pa.gov

Contact Email

ra-pdsummerprogram@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a paid internship?  The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) offers statewide paid internship opportunities during the summer to students in a variety of majors, predominantly in engineering, science, and technology fields; however, PennDOT does more than just road construction and snow removal. PennDOT is a customer-driven service organization responsible for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Pennsylvania's multimodal transportation system.

PennDOT Interns enjoy opportunities in various areas of PennDOT operations. Internship opportunities associated with this posting will be headquartered throughout PennDOT's Engineering Districts. Although all assignments may not be offered in every location, additional examples of work and special projects may be available. View PennDOT's District map to see where you home county lies.

You may be able to obtain academic credit through participation in PennDOT's internship program. Ask your academic advisor if your college offers credit for paid internships.

Additionally, some internships may offer the flexibility to telework if determined operationally appropriate by the hiring organization.

Join the PennDOT team as a student intern and gain valuable experience to lay the foundation for a rewarding career. Apply today!


Opportunities are based upon operational needs, so there may not be open positions for each job title in every county.

View PennDOT's District map to see where your home county lies.



DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Historically, PennDOT interns have been involved in the following projects and enrolled in the majors listed below.

Construction:

  • Participate in the inspection, materials testing, and completion of documentation associated with highway and bridge construction projects.
Maintenance:
  • Serve on Systematic Technique to Analyze and Manage Pennsylvania Pavement (STAMPP) survey crews engaged in the collection of roadway condition data utilized in Department maintenance efforts. A limited number of positions in the roadside development program provide experience in vegetation and soils management.
Engineering majors:
  • Civil, Mechanical, Architectural, Civil Structural, Hydraulic, Civil Engineering Systems, Welding, Surveying, Industrial, Materials, Aerospace; OR
  • Any engineering discipline with anticipation of obtaining 24 credits in Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology.
Engineering Technology majors:
  • Engineering Mechanics, Mechanical, Architectural, Structural, Contracting Building and Construction, Electrical, or Electronics; OR
  • Majors in career studies with anticipation of obtaining at least 12 credit hours in Drafting, Design, Surveying, and other related courses are also acceptable.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: 

  • Work hours will vary based on position.
  • Travel may be required.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Students who are interested in a PennDOT internship must meet all of the following requirements:

  • Full-time enrollment in college (defined as carrying 12 or more undergraduate credits or 9 or more graduate credits).
  • Enrolled full-time in an applicable major.
  • In good academic standing with GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • Completion of the first year of a two-year associate degree OR four-year bachelor degree program.
Condition of Employment:
  • Certain positions may require a valid Class C driver’s license.
If you do not meet these requirements but are still interested in a summer position with PennDOT, please see the PennDOT College Student Summer Worker job posting to explore additional job opportunities. For example, if you intend to enroll in college for the first time in the Fall, you may be eligible for a College Student Summer Worker position in DOT's Summer Employment Program! 

How to Apply:
  • Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 
  • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.   

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*


Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. 

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* 

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01
Which county do you prefer to work in? (Select only one.)
  • Adams
  • Allegheny
  • Armstrong
  • Beaver
  • Bedford
  • Berks
  • Blair
  • Bradford
  • Bucks
  • Butler
  • Cambria
  • Cameron
  • Carbon
  • Centre
  • Chester
  • Clarion
  • Clearfield
  • Clinton
  • Columbia
  • Crawford
  • Cumberland
  • Dauphin
  • Delaware
  • Elk
  • Erie
  • Fayette
  • Forest
  • Franklin
  • Fulton
  • Greene
  • Huntingdon
  • Indiana
  • Jefferson
  • Juniata
  • Lackawanna
  • Lancaster
  • Lawrence
  • Lebanon
  • Lehigh
  • Luzerne
  • Lycoming
  • McKean
  • Mercer
  • Mifflin
  • Monroe
  • Montgomery
  • Montour
  • Northampton
  • Northumberland
  • Perry
  • Philadelphia
  • Pike
  • Potter
  • Schuylkill
  • Snyder
  • Somerset
  • Sullivan
  • Susquehanna
  • Tioga
  • Union
  • Venango
  • Warren
  • Washington
  • Wayne
  • Westmoreland
  • Wyoming
  • York
02
Select other counties that you are willing to work in. (You may select more than one county.)
  • Adams
  • Allegheny
  • Armstrong
  • Beaver
  • Bedford
  • Berks
  • Blair
  • Bradford
  • Bucks
  • Butler
  • Cambria
  • Cameron
  • Carbon
  • Centre
  • Chester
  • Clarion
  • Clearfield
  • Clinton
  • Columbia
  • Crawford
  • Cumberland
  • Dauphin
  • Delaware
  • Elk
  • Erie
  • Fayette
  • Forest
  • Franklin
  • Fulton
  • Greene
  • Huntingdon
  • Indiana
  • Jefferson
  • Juniata
  • Lackawanna
  • Lancaster
  • Lawrence
  • Lebanon
  • Lehigh
  • Luzerne
  • Lycoming
  • McKean
  • Mercer
  • Mifflin
  • Monroe
  • Montgomery
  • Montour
  • Northampton
  • Northumberland
  • Perry
  • Philadelphia
  • Pike
  • Potter
  • Schuylkill
  • Snyder
  • Somerset
  • Sullivan
  • Susquehanna
  • Tioga
  • Union
  • Venango
  • Warren
  • Washington
  • Wayne
  • Westmoreland
  • Wyoming
  • York
03
Internship Requirement - Are you currently enrolled FULL-TIME in a two-year degree, bachelor's degree, or advanced degree program?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Internship Requirement - Will you complete (or have completed) the first year of an associate degree or bachelor degree program by May 2023?
  • Yes
  • No
05
What major program of study are you enrolled in? (Type N/A if you are not currently enrolled in any program).
06
Internship Requirement - Are you currently in good academic standing with a GPA of 2.0 or higher?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Are you a Pennsylvania resident or currently enrolled as a full-time student at a Pennsylvania college or university?
  • Yes
  • No
08
At which college or university are you enrolled?
09
What is your anticipated date of graduation:
  • May 2023
  • December 2023
  • 2024
  • 2025
  • 2026
  • 2027
10
If you answered May 2023 to the question above, do you intend to transfer to an advanced or graduate degree program FULL-TIME in Fall 2023? (If yes and selected for a position, you will be required to provide proof of that intention in the form of graduate program registration or acceptance documents.)
11
Do you have a valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license or equivalent which is not under suspension?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Provide your valid PA driver's license number in the text field. (Type "N/A" if not applicable.)
13
Some positions may require you to lift and move heavy objects of a reasonable weight. Are you able to lift and move heavy objects of a reasonable weight?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Do you have a relative working for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation?
  • Yes
  • No
15
If you answered "Yes" to the above question, provide the name of the employee and their relationship to you. If you answered "No", type "N/A".
16
Have you attached a copy of your unofficial transcript?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120