Transformational Tech Intern - Penndot - Strategic Development & Implementation - Remote Eligible

Transformational Technology Intern

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking motivated college students to join the 2026 Summer Employment Program! Interns will have the opportunity to support projects in areas such as automated vehicles, connected vehicles, machine learning, unmanned aerial systems/advanced air mobility, digital infrastructure, and electric vehicles! This program is designed to help you build professional skills, apply classroom learning to meaningful work, and collaborate with dedicated teams that keep Pennsylvania moving. If you are ready to learn, grow, and make an impact, apply today!

As a Transformational Technology Intern, you will gain knowledge of various emerging transportation technologies such as automated vehicles, connected vehicles, and electric vehicles. Specific tasks will include report writing, grant application development, research, strategic planning, website maintenance, and creating Excel documents and PowerPoint presentations. This experience will not only enrich your academic journey but also prepare you for future career opportunities by fostering a deeper appreciation for public service and the complexities of government functions.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time internship that will run from May 2026 through August 2026. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Compensation is credit based: Less than 90 credits - $21.23/hour Over 90 credits - $22.13/hour Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 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 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 degree program for the fall semester. Acceptable major: Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline 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. 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). 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.