A 2026 Engineering Internships - PennDOT (College)

Reference #: 5152485

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 2026 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 gain exposure to various aspects of civil engineering, including roadway, pavement, drainage, and bridge design, as well as construction and materials testing, traffic systems design and operations, and maintenance asset management techniques. This internship provides a platform for enhancing your technical abilities, applying theoretical knowledge to practical projects, and collaborating with dedicated engineering professionals committed to innovation and quality. Become a part of the PennDOT team as a student intern and acquire essential experience that will serve as a strong foundation for a successful career.

PennDOT Interns enjoy opportunities in various areas of PennDOT operations. Internship opportunities associated with this posting will be headquartered throughout PennDOT's Engineering Districts. Opportunities are based on operational needs, so there may not be open positions for each job title in every county. To see counties where you might be interested in working, view PennDOT's District map.

Join the PennDOT team as a student intern and gain valuable experience to lay the foundation for a rewarding career.

Click on the hyperlink(s) below to be routed to the application for that PennDOT location. You must complete a separate application for each location you wish to be considered for.

PennDOT, Engineering District 1

(Crawford, Erie, Forest, Mercer, Venango, and Warren Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 2

(Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Cameron, McKean, Potter, Mifflin, Elk, and Juniata Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 3

(Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, Sullivan, Tioga, Union, and Bradford Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 4

(Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne, and Wyoming Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 5

(Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton, and Schuylkill Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 6

(Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 8

(Adams, Cumberland, Franklin, York, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, and Perry Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 9

(Bedford, Blair, Cambria, Fulton, Huntingdon, and Somerset Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 10

(Armstrong, Butler, Clarion, Indiana, and Jefferson Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 11

(Allegheny, Beaver, and Lawrence Counties)

PennDOT, Engineering District 12

(Fayette, Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties)

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Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time internship that will run between May and August with flexible start and end dates.

Work hours will vary based on position Some positions may require travel Compensation is credit based: Less than 90 credits - $21.23 Over 90 credits - $22.13 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

Please click on the link above for the internship(s) you are interested in to see eligibility requirements. You must submit an application for each internship you wish to be considered for.

Special Requirement:

Certain positions may require a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License If you do not meet these requirements but are still interested in a summer position with PennDOT, please see the PennDOT College 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 College 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 and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].

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.