Summer Engineering Intern - (2027) - $23.00/hr.

Delaware River Port Authority • Winslow Township, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) and its transit subsidiary, the Port Authority Transit Corporation (PATCO), are hiring undergraduate engineering students for a paid, 10-week summer internship in 2027. The internship runs June 7 through August 13, 2027, and pays $23.00 per hour. Interns work full-time, in person, at One Port Center in Camden, New Jersey, and receive hands-on exposure to a professional engineering environment.

Interns assist DRPA engineers with work such as field inspections and surveys; engineering design for civil, electrical, and structural components of DRPA facilities; preparing plans and specifications; reviewing and interpreting plans; assisting with capital planning and budgeting; and developing presentation materials. The work week is approximately 75% indoors and 25% outdoors, including onsite visits. Personal protective equipment is provided for onsite work.

Applicants must meet the enrollment, academic credit, age, residence, screening, and documentation criteria stated in the posting. The role is intended for students enrolled full-time in an undergraduate engineering program. The internship offers practical experience, professional skill development, and exposure to industry professionals.

Requirements

• Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate engineering degree program.
• Be available to work in person, full-time, 40 hours per week, for the entire 10-week internship period from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have been enrolled full-time 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, verified by an official transcript.
• Provide official documentation verifying full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Fall 2027, with at least 12 credits.
• Upon acceptance, submit a signed Acknowledgment of Understanding Form and required documentation, including an official transcript, by June 15, 2027.
• Have a home residence within DRPA’s Port District: Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, or Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, or Salem counties in New Jersey.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol evaluation, including testing for marijuana.
• Successfully complete a criminal background investigation conducted by a third-party vendor.
• Be proficient in relevant personal computer systems, Microsoft Office, and CADD.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, reliability, respectful and effective communication, and accountability.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, a commitment to quality, ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time, openness to learning, willingness to ask questions and apply feedback, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Broad knowledge or experience in engineering sciences, particularly civil, water resources, utilities, electrical, or structural engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• One previous engineering co-op or internship.
• Rising junior or senior standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist DRPA engineers with field inspections and surveys.
• Assist with engineering design of civil, electrical, and structural components of DRPA facilities.
• Assist in preparing plans and specifications.
• Assist with plan review and interpretation.
• Assist with capital planning and budgeting.
• Develop presentation materials.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $23.00 per hour.
• Paid weekly.
• Free parking at all facilities.
• Complimentary passage on DRPA bridges when used only for commuting to and from work.
• Complimentary PATCO travel when used only for commuting to and from work.
• Opportunity to participate in a meaningful learning experience with industry leaders and professionals.
• Practical real-world experience and professional skill development.

What This Job Offers

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