Commonwealth Public Service Intern (College)

Are you seeking an internship that provides practical experience across a variety of projects? This opportunity allows you to gain comprehensive exposure to various departments within a PennDOT district office. You will learn to communicate effectively across different units, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services and projects that enhance our transportation system. By understanding the organizational structure and responsibilities of each department, you will be well-prepared for a fulfilling career in transportation, where you can make a meaningful impact and explore diverse professional paths.

During the summer rotations, you will serve as traditional Engineering Support Technicians (ESTI) within the construction unit, engaging in active construction projects where they will carry out inspection and administrative tasks. Responsibilities will include inspecting roadway paving and structural projects, utilizing PennDOT mobile applications for inspections, and conducting measurements and calculations to facilitate payment processes for completed work.

In the school rotations, part-time assignments will be made to either the district bridge unit or the district plans unit as part of a design team, where tasks will involve highway and bridge design using MicroStation and other design software, assisting with field assessments for surface improvements and structure rehabilitation, and supporting the district survey unit with field surveys for roadway and structure projects.

Additionally, when assigned to the district maintenance unit, you will focus on design work for group paving projects, conduct safety reviews and analyses for design initiatives, assist with signalized intersection design in collaboration with the district signals unit, and perform life cycle analyses for District 1 assets, including guide rails and highway lighting, to aid in the development of maintenance programs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Internship
• Summer Break work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• During college breaks schedule hours TBD as available
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Current enrollment as a full-time undergraduate student in an accredited college/university in a declared bachelor's degree program and successful completion of at least sixty (60) college credits at the time of hire. Full time undergraduate students who have successfully completed at least thirty (30) college credits and anticipate the completion of at least sixty (60) college credits at the time of hire may apply for this program; or
• Current enrollment as a graduate student in an accredited college/university in a declared master's or doctorate degree program at the time of hire.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

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).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.