INDIANA, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is hosting an open house recruiting event on January 9, 2025, for summer internships and employment. PennDOT District 10 serves Armstrong, Butler, Clarion, Indiana, and Jefferson Counties and offers multiple summer roles to gain valuable hands-on experience.

The event will be held at the District 10 office at 2550 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

On-site interviews will be done for internships only. All other positions will be able to complete applications for summer positions.

Positions include:

Engineering Internship: 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. Compensation is credit based.

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.

Scientific and Technical Internships: Students will gain valuable experience in areas such as information technology, geology, or any other scientific or technical related field.

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: Certain positions require a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License

Non-Engineering Internships: The STAMPP program offers students real-world experience working independently on a two-person crew inspecting drainage, shoulder drop-offs, pavement conditions, and guide rail for damage along state roadways.

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.
• Must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Upon verification of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License without incident, some positions may be authorized to operate Department vehicles as part of this job.

Student Summer Worker: Students assist in seasonal maintenance work, crash system input and analysis, and maintenance and custodial services at roadside rest facilities. Many students also perform laboring and flagging duties.

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.
• Must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher)
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• This position requires verification of a valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License

Summer Employment Program Non-Student: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking hard-working individuals for employment from early April through October for the Summer Employment Program.

Highway Maintenance Worker: As a Highway Maintenance Worker, you will perform manual labor duties on highway maintenance and construction projects, assist permanent sign crews with tasks such as erecting and maintaining traffic signs and delineators, and related tasks at work sites along the highway. This is an integral position within our organization, as the upkeep of our road infrastructure plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity and safety of our communities.

Requirements:

• No previous experience or training required.
• Must have the ability to lift and move heavy objects of a reasonable weight.
• Opportunities are based upon operational needs, so there may not be open positions for each job title in every county.

If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and are interested in contributing to public service, we encourage you to explore these opportunities and submit your application today.

All summer and current PennDOT positions are listed online at www.employment.pa.gov. Student positions and internships are available by clicking on the Intern and Apprenticeship box. Non-student positions are available by clicking on the Open Jobs box.