Future Automotive Technician Intern

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is offering an Automotive Mechanic Intern position with PennDOT in Northumberland County. The role supports diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance under supervision, ideal for high school students in automotive/diesel programs.

You will learn hands-on with professional garaged staff, perform routine servicing, and develop technical and communication skills in a team environment. This internship requires a recommendation from your school and adherence to safety rules.

Qualifications

• Internship requires high school student in automotive/diesel program
• Must attach a Letter of Recommendation from school staff
• Must be able to perform essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics and garage staff with diesel engines and related systems
• Support diagnostic tasks using laptops and repair planning
• Follow PennDOT safety rules and wear PPE
• Communicate equipment concerns to mechanics and supervisors
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filters
• Inspect electrical circuits and tire/wheel assemblies for air loss

Skills

Automotive basics

Diagnostics

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Student (Junior/Senior) in 2026-27

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is offering an Automotive Mechanic Intern position with PennDOT in Northumberland County. The role supports diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance under supervision, ideal for high school students in automotive/diesel programs.

You will learn hands-on with professional garaged staff, perform routine servicing, and develop technical and communication skills in a team environment. This internship requires a recommendation from your school and adherence to safety rules.