THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is excited to announce openings for enthusiastic college students to participate in the 2026 Summer Employment Program! This unique internship opportunity allows you to engage in a variety of projects across multiple disciplines, including communications, data management and analytics, fiscal management, engineering, planning and research, archaeology, and much more. The program is thoughtfully designed to enhance your professional development, enabling you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges while working alongside passionate teams dedicated to maintaining and improving Pennsylvania's transportation infrastructure. If you are eager to expand your skills, gain valuable experience, and contribute to meaningful initiatives, we encourage you to submit your application today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Bureau of Operations is currently looking for student interns to support the Asset Management Division in various roadway testing initiatives. A key element of this effort is the Systematic Technique to Analyze and Manage Pennsylvania's Pavements (STAMPP) program, which plays a vital role in the Department's overall roadway testing strategy. Interns selected for this opportunity will engage in a range of activities, including conducting physical surveys of shoulders, drainage systems, and guiderails, as well as assessing the conditions of these features in the field. This will involve documenting and updating relevant data as needed. The surveys require the operation of a state vehicle, where interns will drive along the roadway's shoulder and perform assessments while remaining inside the vehicle for safety. Interns will work in pairs as part of survey teams, and it is important to note that this position necessitates overnight travel across the state.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time internship that will run from May 2026 through August 2026
- Work hours will vary based on position
- Compensation is credit based:
- Less than 90 credits - $21.23
- Over 90 credits - $22.13
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:
- Must be currently enrolled or intending to enroll FULL-TIME or PART-TIME in a two-year degree, bachelors' degree, or advance program for the fall semester.
- Acceptable major Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
- Must be a Pennsylvania resident or currently enrolled at a Pennsylvania college or university.
- In good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Additional Requirements: - You must be able to perform essential job functions.
If you do not meet these requirements but are still interested in a summer position with PennDOT, please see the ...