This internship was fun and laid back. I genuinely enjoyed working with the other employees and the work we were doing. I learned a lot about geology and its practical applications in roads we drive. I also applied my knowledge on environmental processes to conduct experiments to simulate weathering. This internship was enjoyable and allowed me to apply my education.
What I wish was different
Some weeks, few samples would come so it would get boring in the lab. I wish those slow periods did not happen as often.
Advice
Be prepared to get dirty but have fun when in the lab. Working with rocks and sodium sulfates is messy so be prepared.
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Auditing Intern
May - August 2019 • Meadville, PA
What I liked
With it being my first internship I liked how accommodating they were. It was all a process of them training me to do things how they wanted them done and it really calmed me down about working after college. Showed me that I do have al the tools and my employer will teach me how to use them.
What I wish was different
Well with the Auditing department working across the state at their nearest PennDOT I only worked in person with one other auditer. So, I wish it would have been more of an office setting and not just the two of us.
Advice
I thought it was very interesting to jump into government work and see how things go in that world. It was definetly an eye opening experience that I would suggest for anyone to try!
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Stampp intern
May - August 2019 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
I loved the whole job. The people, what I did. Everything.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
Do it.
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Esti
May - August 2018 • Oil City, PA
What I liked
I had a great boss and was given a lot of self discretion
What I wish was different
Different people
Advice
Be safe
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PennDOT Flagger
May - August 2019 • Manns Choice, PA
What I liked
I liked that it was only a few miles from my house and had good pay where I could help pay my bills for college and utilities.
What I wish was different
I wish that it wasn't a male-dominated field because they tend to think less of you if you are female.
Advice
Do what you love, and do it well.
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Government Service Intern
May - August 2019 • Bradford, PA
What I liked
I liked being in a field that I wouldn't normally get to see.
What I wish was different
I wish it would have been more closely related to my future field of work.
Advice
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Civil Engineering Intern
May - August 2018 • Pittsburgh, PA
What I liked
The hands on experience allowed me to gain valuable knowledge in my career field. The atmosphere was very welcoming and I felt very welcome.
What I wish was different
I was very reserved at first since I didn’t know what to expect. I wish I had understood more at first that everyone was very approachable and was willing to help me succeed.
Advice
Please consider the department of transportation as an employment option. They provide a service to the public and the job is very rewarding
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Engineering Scientific and Technical Intern
May - August 2017 • Indiana, PA
What I liked
The opportunities and insights that were given by my superiors.
What I wish was different
More opportunities in different areas of the company.
Advice
Never hesitate to ask questions. Now is the time to do so!!! I can't stress this enough.
