Environmental Intern (College)

The Department of Transportation is looking for an enthusiastic Environmental Intern who is ready to learn and make an impact. In this role, you will work with teams that manage data, research, communications, and more. Your efforts will help support projects that shape transportation across the state. Step into a summer opportunity that builds confidence and valuable experience.

This position provides hands-on experience supporting projects that contribute to the state's transportation systems. As a Environmental Intern, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Support: Assist with tasks in areas such as research, planning, communication, and data management
• Team Collaboration: Work with staff members to support ongoing projects and learn about transportation operations
• Skill Development: Build professional skills by applying classroom knowledge to real assignments
• Data Tasks: Help organize, review, and update information used in department projects
• Workplace Learning: Observe and participate in activities that strengthen your understanding of agency functions

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time internship that will run from May 2026 through August 2026 with flexible start and end dates.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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:

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• You must be a Pennsylvania resident or currently enrolled FULL-TIME or PART-TIME in a two-year degree, bachelors' degree, or advance program at a Pennsylvania college or university.
• You must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).

Additional Requirement:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.

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.

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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.