Summer PATCO Office of the General Manager Intern - (2027) - $20.00/hr.

Delaware River Port Authority • Pine Hill, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The DRPA/PATCO is hiring a college student for a paid, 10-week summer 2027 internship with the PATCO Office of the General Manager. The internship runs from June 7 through August 13, 2027, and pays $20.00 per hour. The intern will work in person, full-time, at the PATCO Administration Building in Lindenwold, New Jersey, on an assigned schedule of either 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., including a paid lunch hour.

The internship provides hands-on exposure to a professional work environment and the opportunity to support Office of the General Manager staff with operational work, reports, PATCO-related projects, communications, and records management. Students will participate in departmental activities and training and gain practical experience and professional skills.

Applicants must be at least 18, hold a high school diploma or GED, reside within the DRPA Port District, meet the specified undergraduate full-time enrollment and credit requirements for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Fall 2027, and submit required official documentation by June 15, 2027. Applicants must pass drug and alcohol testing, including marijuana screening, and a criminal background investigation. The posting states that DRPA and PATCO are subject to federal law under which marijuana remains illegal.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass a pre-employment evaluation that includes drug testing, including marijuana, and alcohol testing.
• Pass a criminal background investigation conducted by a third-party vendor.
• Reside within DRPA’s Port District: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia County in Pennsylvania, or Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, or Salem County in New Jersey.
• Provide an official college or university transcript with the institution’s raised seal verifying full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program during both Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, with at least 24 credits total and at least 12 credits in each semester.
• Provide official college or university documentation verifying full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Fall 2027, with at least 12 credits.
• Upon acceptance, sign an Acknowledgment of Understanding Form and submit the required documentation, including an official transcript, by June 15, 2027; failure to meet eligibility requirements or provide documentation results in removal from the program.
• Be available to work in person, full-time, 40 hours per week, for the entire 10-week period from June 7 through August 13, 2027.
• Demonstrate basic exposure to reading and analyzing information through coursework, projects, case studies, or research assignments.
• Be able to write clearly and thoughtfully with guidance and feedback.
• Follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Be open to learning new concepts, tools, and processes.
• Ask questions, seek clarification, and apply constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, commitment to quality, and a problem-solving mindset.
• Work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, including reliability, respectful and effective communication, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in an office environment.
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support Office of the General Manager staff with operational items to help ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Prepare Excel spreadsheets, documents, graphs, and other report materials to contribute to data-driven decision-making.
• Work with the Project Manager on PATCO-related projects.
• Use software to post train schedules and employee messages on LCD screens.
• Scan data and reports for electronic filing.
• Organize employee files and paperwork and help keep records current and accessible.
• Participate in departmental activities and training sessions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $20.00 per hour.
• Paid weekly.
• Free parking at all facilities.
• Complimentary passage on DRPA bridges when used for commuting to and from work only.
• Complimentary PATCO travel when the train is used for commuting to and from work only.
• Opportunity to participate in a meaningful learning experience with industry leaders and professionals.
• Practical real-world experience, professional skills development, and opportunities to build a strong professional foundation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED