Environmental Services Intern -GST061- Pay Grade D

Job Salary: $20-$23

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 Environmental 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 Environmental Services. 

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Environmental Services Intern will work alongside professional staff within the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Office of Environmental Services. Interns will be assigned to one of three primary program areas—Air, Noise, and Environmental Analysis; Cultural Resources; or Ecology—while gaining foundational knowledge and exposure to each section’s role in the environmental review process for transportation projects. 

Under the guidance of an assigned mentor, the intern will gain hands-on experience supporting environmental compliance and project coordination activities. This internship provides an opportunity to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment while learning how environmental considerations are integrated into transportation planning and development. 

Key responsibilities may include: 

• Assisting staff with field work and environmental data collection 

• Supporting the preparation and review of documentation required for compliance with federal and state environmental regulations 

• Participating in interagency coordination meetings with federal, state, and local partners 

• Conducting research and analysis related to environmental impacts and regulatory requirements 

• Assisting with project documentation, reporting, and record keeping 

• Observing and learning the processes involved in environmental planning, analysis, and project development 

Through this experience, interns will develop practical knowledge of environmental review procedures, regulatory coordination, and the role environmental specialists play in delivering transportation projects. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

STATE ENTRY 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 Transportation Planning, Environmental Science (Ecology, Biology, Archaeology, Historic Preservation), or Civil Engineering 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. 

Qualifications – External 

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