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Department of Transportation

Communications Intern

Ideal Candidate:  The Department of Transportation  (DOT) is looking for students currently enrolled or accepted for  enrollment in an accredited college, trade school, or other qualifying  educational institution, with an interest in transportation, majoring in  science, business, technology, mathematics, economics, computer  science/IT, cybersecurity, administration, operations, finances, and  research-based majors. The DOT is seeking students who have  demonstrated leadership, innovation, and self-initiative.


The 1DOT Internship Program integrates on-the-job  training with pertinent education by an accrediting institution  recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The individual series  are listed below for your reference and information to include the  applicable qualification standard:


1DOT Internship Program is designed to provide  interns an opportunity to broaden their perspectives on issues facing  government. Interns will work throughout the Department of  Transportation (DOT) and support higher-level management in  coordinating, facilitating, and implementing activities within the  office to which they are assigned; and be exposed to and participate in  activities, innovations, and challenges facing the Transportation  Industry.


GS-0399 – Administrative Support Series (e.g. Communications, Public Affairs, Program and Management Analyst, Data Analytics)


Qualifications: To meet the minimum qualifications for  this position, you must meet the education requirements for the grade at  which you are requesting consideration and provide official transcripts  by your onboarding date. You must be continuing your education the  following semester (proof of acceptance and/or enrollment is  required).


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • You must be a student currently enrolled or accepted for  enrollment in an accredited college, trade school, and other qualifying  educational institution for the Fall 2026-2027 academic year;

  • Degree must be related to the position.

  • Enrollment must be at least half-time course load as defined by the  higher education institution (typically six hours or equivalent for  undergraduate and three hours or equivalent for graduate).

  • Eligibilities must be met prior to start date.

Open

Status:

Apply by:

March 6, 2026

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