Automotive Mechanic Intern (High School)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Media (Delaware County); Presencial; USD 20 000 - 29 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Media, PA seeks an Automotive Mechanic Intern (High School) to gain hands-on experience in vehicle and equipment repair. You will learn from skilled staff, work on construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles, and develop diagnostic and safety skills.

The internship runs for the 2026-2027 school year with a non-telework arrangement. You will receive guidance and training from your Commonwealth supervisor and school staff.

Qualificações

• You must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• You must be a junior or senior enrolled in a vo-tech high school during the 2026-2027 school year.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsabilidades

• Support repair and upkeep of construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles while learning from skilled mechanics.
• Learn diagnostics, maintenance, safety practices, and environmental responsibilities.
• Perform duties such as road tests, field adjustments, and keeping a clean, safe workspace.
• Complete planned learning activities and act on feedback from supervisors.

Conhecimentos

Age 16+

Vo-tech student

Formação académica

Vo-tech high school student (2026-2027)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Salary

$17.88 Hourly

Location

Delaware County, PA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

N-2026-60548

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Delaware Co

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U2540

Position Number

50705801

Union

Non-Union

Bargaining Unit

98

Pay Group

XH28

Bureau / Division Code

00080630

Bureau / Division

Transportation, Delaware County

Worksite Address

426 South Old Middletown Road

City

Media, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19063

Contact Name

Jon Thompson

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Start building your future with hands-on learning! The Automotive Mechanic Intern (High School) position with the Department of Transportation introduces you to the world of equipment and vehicle repair. You will gain real shop experience while learning important techniques from skilled staff. This role helps you grow your confidence and explore a path in automotive maintenance.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position helps support the repair and upkeep of construction equipment, trucks, and automobiles while learning from skilled mechanics. It provides training in diagnostics, maintenance, safety practices, and environmental responsibilities. As a Automotive Mechanic Intern (High School), you will perform the following duties:

• Skill Development: Learn repair methods, assist with road tests, and develop abilities alongside experienced mechanics
• Problem Diagnosis: Troubleshoot and identify issues using tools, procedures, and computer based equipment
• Work Area Care: Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
• Field Adjustments: Carry out routine adjustments that support safe operation and reduce equipment wear
• Environmental Practices: Follow environmental protection steps during all work tasks
• Training Participation: Complete planned learning activities and apply feedback from supervisors

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• High school internship for the 2026 - 2027 school year
• Work schedule will be based on discussion between the Commonwealth supervisor and the school, at the time of hire.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• You must be a junior or senior enrolled in a vo-tech high school during the 2026 - 2027 school year.

Additional Requirements:

• Letter of Recommendation: You must attach a Letter of Recommendation from your school's co-op coordinator, career or guidance counselor, or similar designated school professional indicating you meet your school's requirements and are being recommended for this opportunity.
• By participating in this program, the student and school agree to use the Commonwealth's Training Plan, Statement of Responsibilities, and Student Performance Evaluation. Forms will be provided to the student upon acceptance of this position.
• Work Permit: Minors will be required to submit their Work Permit upon acceptance of this position.
• You must be a vo-tech (career and technical center) student in an approved vocational program that has provided preparation and training for the duties of this internship.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.