Administrative Support Intern (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 multiple disciplines, including communications, data management and analytics, fiscal management, engineering, planning and research, and archaeology, 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.

This internship offers a diverse range of administrative support activities, such as familiarizing yourself with PennDOT's mission, structure, and core functions through program orientation. You will assist with projects and special assignments that involve research, analysis, and data collection. Additionally, you will engage in team meetings to help achieve program objectives and share your insights. This experience will allow you to develop essential skills in time management, communication, and problem-solving while applying your academic knowledge to practical situations.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• The internship will occur between May 2026, and August 2026, with flexible start and end dates.
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• 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.

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.
• 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 currently enrolled or intending to enroll full-time or part-time in a two-year degree, bachelor's degree, or advanced degree, bachelor's degree, or advanced program for the fall semester:
  • Business Administration
  • Business Management
  • Human Resources
  • Public Administration
  • Communications
  • Office Management
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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.

• 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.htmland click on Veterans.

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