Office of Information Technology Infrastructure – GST061-D-IT Intern

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Temporary) 

DRIVE YOUR FUTURE FORWARD WITH A DOT INTERNSHIP! 

Department of Transportation — Internship Program 

Are you ready to help shape the future of how people move? Curious about transportation innovation, safety, engineering, sustainability, or public policy? The Department of Transportation is looking for motivated, forward-thinking interns to join our mission of keeping our communities connected and our transportation systems moving safely and efficiently. 

JOB SUMMARY

The IT Internship Program is a full-time summer internship opportunity with the Georgia Department of Transportation. This program provides students with collaborative and innovative learning experiences that complement their academic curriculum. Interns will expand and strengthen their professional background by building workplace relationships, learning new tools, and gaining hands-on experience in information technology. 

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The IT Intern supports GDOT’s information technology operations by assisting with day-to-day technical support, system maintenance, and technology initiatives. This role provides hands-on experience in a public-sector IT environment while supporting staff with hardware, software, and network-related needs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Assist with troubleshooting basic hardware, software, and connectivity issues 

Support installation, configuration, and maintenance of computers, peripherals, and mobile devices Help maintain user accounts, system access, and documentation 

Provide technical support to staff under the guidance of IT professionals 

Assist with inventory tracking and IT asset management 

Support special IT projects as assigned 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

The selected candidate must meet the advertised minimum qualifications to include State Entry Qualifications as well as Agency Specific Minimum Qualifications.

STATE QUALIFICATIONS 

• Student enrolled in a Georgia high school, technical college, or university/college. Must be currently enrolled during the internship. 

AGENCY MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Enrolled as a full-time or part-time student 

• Overall GPA of 2.0 of better 

• Fall of previous year academic transcript 

• Meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States; 18 years of age 

• Meet any additional requirements of the attending school's Internship Program 

AGENCY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Students working towards a degree in Information Technology or related discipline 

THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

This is a temporary internship position. Interns are paid on an hourly basis in accordance with their current academic classification as of the previous Fall Semester. This position does not include benefits, earned leave, or paid holidays. Interns may work up to 40 hours per week during the program period. 

The pay for this position is as follows: 

• (0–59 semester hours): $20.00 per hour 

• (60–120 semester hours): $21.00 per hour 

• Graduate students (must hold a bachelor’s degree and be enrolled in a graduate program): $23.00 per hour 

WHY JOIN US? 

• Impact: Your work will influence projects that millions of people rely on every single day. 

• Mentorship: Learn directly from engineers, analysts, planners, and public policy leaders. 

• Growth: Build valuable professional skills and explore career pathways within public service. 

• Innovation: Be part of cutting-edge projects shaping the future of transportation. 

To Apply: 

Attach a copy of your most recent resume and unofficial transcripts to your application. Please Note: Due to the volume of applications, all submissions will be prescreened and selected based on position and budget availability. 

GDOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment Employer.