Non-Engineering STAMPP Intern - PennDOT District 1 (College)

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting enthusiastic college students to participate in the 2026 Summer Employment Program. This internship offers a chance to engage in various projects across fields such as communication, data management and analytics, fiscal management, and planning and research, among others. The program aims to enhance your professional skills, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations while working alongside committed teams that contribute to the state's infrastructure. If you are eager to learn, develop, and make a significant contribution, we encourage you to apply today.

In this role, you will conduct physical surveys of shoulders, drainage systems, and guiderails as part of the Systematic Technique to Analyze and Manage Pennsylvania Pavements (STAMPP) program. The surveys involve assessing the condition of shoulders and guiderails while operating a state vehicle, driving along the roadway's shoulder, and performing evaluations from within the vehicle. Working in pairs, survey teams are expected to cover approximately half of the District's roadway network between May and August. It is essential to maintain a safe work environment by adhering to proper safety protocols, being aware of the work area, and taking proactive measures to prevent accidents and injuries. All incidents must be reported immediately, and timely treatment should be sought to mitigate further risks. Additionally, adherence to attendance policies, scheduling procedures, and effective time management is crucial to minimize downtime and ensure productivity. Internship opportunities associated with this posting will be for Engineering District 1, which consists of Erie, Crawford, Mercer, Venango, Warren, and Forest Counties.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time internship that will run from May 2026 through August 2026
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Thursday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours may vary based on position
• Travel may be required
• 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

Internship Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled or intending to enroll FULL-TIME or PART-TIME in a two-year degree, bachelor's degree, or advanced program for the fall semester.
  • Acceptable majors
    • Accounting
    • Business Administration
    • Business Management
    • Communications
    • Human Resources
    • Public Administration
    • Any other majors with direct paths to PennDOT employment.
• 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.

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).
• 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.
• 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.