Reference #: 4741837
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is seeking a hardworking Scientific and Technical student for employment during the summer months for the 2025 Summer Employment Program! This internship offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in various projects and processes within our organization If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting and are passionate about serving the public, do not miss out on this opportunity to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Photogrammetry Intern, you will have the opportunity to participate in activities associated with the Department's Unmanned Aerial Systems steering committee. Your responsibilities may involve conducting research for meeting agendas, updating UAS documentation, and entering data into the Photogrammetry Asset Management System (PAMS). Aid in flight planning and control layout for aerial photography missions for geospatial data capture. Assist survey dept in capture of mapping control and mapping test points for quality control/ assurance of projects throughout the Commonwealth. Help current staff in utilizing independent analysis, interpretation, and orientation of geospatial data to develop moderately to complex geospatial and related products within the Photogrammetry Surveys Section.
Join the PennDOT team as a student intern and gain critical experience that will establish a solid groundwork for your future career.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2025 through 8/29/2025
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Some positions may require travel
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSStudents who are interested in a PennDOT internship must meet all of the following 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.
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):
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.
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