Hands-On Automotive Mechanic Intern

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation invites high school students to join as Automotive Mechanic Interns in Union County, PA. You’ll gain hands-on experience with diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance under seasoned technicians, assisting with engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems.

The program emphasizes teamwork, safety, and practical learning, with weekend and summer options and a schedule aligned to the student’s school year.

Qualifications

• Be at least 16 years old at time of hire.
• Be a high school or vo-tech junior or senior in an automotive or diesel program for 2026-27.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics, operators and garage staff with diagnostics and repairs.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filter replacements, belts/hoses checks.
• Support safety practices and use PPE; follow shop safety talks.

Skills

Age 16+

HS junior/senior in auto/diesel

Job description

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania’s Department of Transportation invites high school students to join as Automotive Mechanic Interns in Union County, PA. You’ll gain hands-on experience with diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance under seasoned technicians, assisting with engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems.

The program emphasizes teamwork, safety, and practical learning, with weekend and summer options and a schedule aligned to the student’s school year.