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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Engineering Internship - PennDOT - District 1 (College) in Oil City, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4309867
THE POSITION:
- The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking hardworking Civil, Construction, Environmental, or Structural Engineering students for employment during the summer months for the 2024 Summer Employment Program!
- This internship opportunity will provide hands-on experience and exposure to various engineering projects and processes within our organization. As an Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced engineers and gain valuable skills that will kickstart your career in engineering.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
- As an engineering intern, you will have the opportunity to learn roadway, pavement, drainage and bridge designs; construction and materials testing; traffic systems design and operations; or maintenance asset management methodologies.
- This internship will allow you to develop your technical skills, apply classroom knowledge to real-world projects, and work alongside engineering professionals who are passionate about innovation and excellence.
- Join the PennDOT team as a student intern and gain valuable experience to lay the foundation for a rewarding career.
- Internship opportunities associated with this posting will be for Engineering District 1 which consists of Crawford, Erie, Forest, Mercer, Venango, and Warren Counties.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Work hours will vary based on position
- Some positions may require travel
- Compensation is credit based for Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Environmental Engineering and Structural Engineering majors:
- Less than 90 credits - $20.35
- Over 90 credits - $21.22
- 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:
Students who are interested in a PennDOT internship must meet all of the following requirements:
- Must be a high school graduate or college student enrolled (or intending to enroll) on a full-time or part-time basis in a 2- or 4- year post-secondary education program for the fall semester.
- Enrolled part or full-time for the next semester by the start of the internship in an applicable major.
Acceptable Majors:
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- In good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher)
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Special Requirement: Certain positions require a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Majors:
- Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
If you do not meet these requirements but are still interested in a summer position with PennDOT, please see the 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 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).
- You must attach transcripts to your application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- 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. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
- 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.
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