Environmental Engineering Intern - Cambria District Office, Bureau of Abandoned Mine Recl. (College)

Internships with the Department of Environmental Protection offer a unique chance for students to engage with and support various environmental initiatives within the agency. These roles contribute to our mission of safeguarding Pennsylvania's air, land, and water from pollution while promoting the health and safety of its residents through a cleaner environment. If you are passionate about public service and seek to acquire meaningful work experience that can enhance your career prospects post-graduation, we encourage you to apply now!

This role is situated within the Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation (BAMR) at the Cambria District Office. You will provide assistance to project designers with collecting field information including water, mine spoil, coal refuse sampling and measurements of pipes, culverts and stream flows. In addition, you will utilize the principles of environmental/mining engineering, geology, mine design, mine and plane surveying, hydraulics, soils engineering, civil engineering, and other engineering methods to assist design staff in determining design methods and calculations needed to solve acid mine drainage remediation and abandoned mine land problems.

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

• Full-time internship that will run from 5/1/2026 through 8/28/2026
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, on a schedule that aligns with the supervisor. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Ebensburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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 bachelor's, or advanced degree program in:
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Mining and Mineral 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.