Highway Safety Engineering Intern - PennDOT - Transportation Bureau of Operations (College)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$20.76 - $21.64 Hourly
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Harrisburg
Dec 18, 2024
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 2025 Summer Employment Program! These internships offer a chance to gain hands-on experience in various engineering projects and processes within our organization If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and are passionate about serving the public, do not miss out on this opportunity to apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK As an engineering intern, for the Bureau of Operations, Highway Safety and Traffic Operations Division, you will be responsible for analyzing crash data, which encompasses for wrong-way crashes, freeway cross-median crashes, vulnerable road users (VRUs), lane departures, and more. Additionally, you will assess locations for safety improvement options along with analyzing the effectiveness of safety countermeasures. The intern will utilize analytical methods from the AASHTO Highway Safety Manual. This internship serves as a valuable opportunity to refine your technical skills, translate theoretical concepts into real-world applications, and work alongside committed engineering professionals who prioritize innovation and quality. Join the PennDOT team as a student intern and gain critical experience that will establish a solid groundwork for your future career. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025 Work hours are 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Work hours will vary based on position Some positions may require travel Compensation is credit based: Less than 90 credits - $20.76 Over 90 credits - $21.64 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. In good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher) Must be at least 18 years of age Special Requirement: Possession of 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.