Tradesman Helper Intern (High School)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Emporium (Cameron County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania offers a Tradesman Helper Intern position at the TR Cameron County Maintenance Office in Emporium, PA. This on-site internship lets high school students gain hands-on automotive experience under experienced mechanics, focusing on repairs, tools, and safety practices for real tasks.

You will learn repairs, tool use, and safety, while building confidence and work experience for future opportunities in an automotive garage setting.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and a junior or senior in high school during the 2026-2027 school year.
• Letter of Recommendation from school staff indicating suitability for the opportunity.
• Work Permit may be required for minors and must be provided upon acceptance.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Repair assistance: help mechanics with general repairs and routine maintenance on vehicles.
• Tool usage: use power, hand, and air tools after learning proper operation.
• Work area care: clean and service tools, equipment, and work spaces.
• Skill learning: ask questions and seek guidance when encountering new tasks.
• Safety practice: follow all safety procedures while completing assigned work.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Tool handling

Education

High school student (2026-2027)

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Salary

$17.88 Hourly

Location

Cameron County, PA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

N-2026-57725

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Cameron Co

Opening Date

09/02/2026

Closing Date

9/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

U2540

Position Number

50701352

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

98

Pay Group

XH28

Bureau / Division Code

0080240

Bureau / Division

TR Cameron County Maintenance Office

Worksite Address

21013 CCC Memorial Highway

City

Emporium, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15834

Contact Name

Jennifer Reifer

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

The Tradesman Helper Intern position with the Department of Transportation gives high school students an exciting chance to learn hands‑on skills in an automotive garage. This internship helps you build confidence as you work with experienced mechanics who guide you through real tasks. You will explore repairs, tools, and safety practices that prepare you for future opportunities. It is a great way to start building your career while earning valuable work experience.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports mechanics in a garage setting and provides students with hands‑on experience in automotive repair and maintenance. As a Tradesman Helper Intern, you will perform the following duties:

• Repair Assistance: Help mechanics with general repairs and routine maintenance on vehicles
• Tool Usage: Use power, hand, and air tools after learning proper operation
• Work Area Care: Clean and service tools, equipment, and work spaces
• Skill Learning: Ask questions and seek guidance when encountering new tasks
• Safety Practice: Follow all safety procedures while completing assigned work

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• High school internship for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Work schedule will vary based on the agreement between the high school and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (COPA) location.
• 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• You must be a junior or senior enrolled in 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 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.