Summer Transportation Internship Program Diverse Groups
Turning a unique summer work experience into a career with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Help make the U.S. home to the safest, most efficient and convenient transportation system in the world. The Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups (STIPDG) internship program is a unique opportunity for undergraduate, graduate and law students like you to get hands-on experience in public service while learning more about transportation challenges and advancements in the U.S.
In partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation, this program is a critical part of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation's employee recruitment efforts. Build your network, develop skills and learn about open positions. And if you love your internship experience, consider applying at USAjobs.gov to pursue a career.
Eligibility
To be eligible to participate you must meet the following criteria:
- Be U.S. Citizen
- Be currently enrolled in a degree-granting program of study at an accredited U.S. institution of higher education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (visit ed.gov/accreditation to verify your school and/or program of study), 3.0 GPA or higher desired.
- Be a junior or senior for the upcoming fall semester if you are an undergraduate student. Undergraduate applicants from Junior, Tribal, or Community Colleges must have completed their first year.
- Be enrolled in the upcoming fall semester if you are a graduate student.
- Law applicants must be entering their second or third year of law school in the upcoming Fall Semester.
- Applicants who are scheduled to graduate during the spring or summer semesters of this academic year are not eligible for consideration for the STIPDG unless: (1) they have been accepted for graduate school enrollment; (2) they have been accepted for enrollment at an institution of higher education; or (3) their acceptance is pending. There will be no exceptions.
- Former STIPDG interns may apply but will not necessarily receive preferential consideration.
- If you are accepted into the program, you will be required to go through a background investigation to determine suitability to work for U.S. DOT. You will also be required to sign a Code of Conduct and a Participant Agreement.
Program Components
During this 10-week program, you will intern five days per week at the U.S. Department of Transportation, with exception of some optional program opportunities throughout the summer. Your internship placement may be in the Washington, D.C. offices, or in one of several regional locations across the United States. Daily tasks will vary depending on your background, abilities and the office in which you’re working.
Program Benefits
This is a fully-funded paid internship program, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Sponsorship covers the cost of the program, fully-furnished housing (if needed) and roundtrip travel to your assignment location (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles away). You will be responsible for living expenses and local transportation. However, you will receive a stipend to help alleviate these expenses (amounts vary based on education level).
Housing and Living
Fully-furnished housing is provided by TWC for all participants who qualify (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles away). Housing is arranged in close proximity to the work sites, both in Washington, D.C. and in regional locations across the United States. Housing accommodations can, and typically do, require shared-living arrangements with other interns. Every effort is made to arrange housing near essential amenities like grocery stores, public transit and medical facilities.
Academic Credit
You may be eligible to receive academic credit for your participation in this program. However, credits are determined and awarded by each university. TWC does not grant credit. You are responsible for arranging any academic credit through your college or university. You should discuss arrangements with you institution, prior to starting the program.
Dates and Deadlines
- Application Deadline: Friday, January 31, 2020 at 11:59pm (ET)*
- Check-In: Sunday, May 31, 2020
- Internship Begins/Orientation: Monday, June 1, 2020
- Internship Ends: Friday, August 7, 2020
- Check-Out: Saturday, August 8, 2020
* all materials, including the required letter of reference (LOR) must be received by this deadline or your application will not be considered.
How to Apply
Start and submit the online application by visiting: https://stipdg.e.twc.edu/