Non-Engineering Permit Intern - PennDOT District 2 (College)

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 2-0 is looking for a Permits Intern for the 2024 Summer Employment Program who will assist the Permits Unit with integrating old microfilm Permits to the Electronic Permitting System. If you enjoy working in an active, fast-paced environment while performing a public service, check out this opportunity and apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The student will have the responsibility of scanning, filing, tracking, and documenting the permits that have been processed. In order to complete these tasks, the student will collaborate with either the Permits Manager or the Permits Supervisor. Additionally, the student will provide customer service by assisting with phone calls and offering support in other office-related tasks as required. This may include working on projects associated with the District's Permits Office. The student will also be involved in various office functions, such as utilizing computer software for spreadsheets, word documents, and specific Department computer systems that are relevant to the regulations and policies of the Highway Permits Office.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time Employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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 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.
• You must be in good academic standing (as defined by a GPA of 2.0 or higher).
  
• You must be at least 18 years of age.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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):

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.