Engineering Intern - North Central Engineering Office (College)

Internship with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources offer a valuable opportunity for a student to engage in meaningful work that supports the agency's mission of preserving and managing the state's natural resources for both current and future generations. This position not only provide hands-on experience in public service but also equips student with skills and insights that can be beneficial for their future careers. If you are passionate about environmental conservation and eager to enhance your professional development, consider applying today.

This internship is situated within the Northcentral Engineering Office of the Bureau of Facility Design and Construction. In this role, you will support engineers and inspectors in various construction initiatives related to state parks and forest districts. Your responsibilities will encompass involvement in significant maintenance projects, which will include tasks such as topographic surveying, cost estimation, design calculations, drafting, and the preparation of permit applications.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2026 through 8/28/2026.
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Compensation is credit based:
  • Less than 90 credits in an Engineering major - $21.23/hour
  • Over 90 credits in an Engineering major - $22.13/hour

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Internship Requirements:

• Enrollment in good academic standing as a FULL-TIME student in a two-year, bachelor's, or advanced degree program in:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • General Engineering
• An approved major course of study at an accredited college or university.
• Good academic standing (2.0 GPA or higher)
• Freshman year completed by May 2026
• Pennsylvania residency or enrollment of a Pennsylvania college or university

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• 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).
• 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.