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1DOT Internship Program (Pathways)
Department of Transportation
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
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This internship is part of the Department of Transportations 1DOT Pathways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Pathways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.
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Summary
This internship is part of the Department of Transportations 1DOT Pathways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Pathways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.
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Accepting applications
Location
MANY vacancies in the following locations:
Little Rock, AR
Los Angeles, CA
Lakewood, CO
Hartford, CT
Washington, DC
Tallahassee, FL
Atlanta, GA
Ames, IA
Chicago, IL
Matteson, IL
Lake Charles, LA
Cambridge, MA
Lansing, MI
Tupelo, MS
Trenton, NJ
Massena, NY
New York, NY
Columbus, OH
Oklahoma City, OK
Salem, OR
Harrisburg, PA
San Juan, PR
Columbia, SC
Sevierville, TN
Austin, TX
Dallas, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Salt Lake City, UT
Ashburn, VA
McLean, VA
Vancouver, WA
Madison, WI
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-This position may be eligible for situational telework. Telework approval will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency's telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $32,435 - $77,306 per year
Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/
Pay scale & grade
GS 03 - 07
Promotion potential 07
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Part-time - Full Time / Part Time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Temporary - This internship is not-to-exceed September 19, 2027.
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DOT-2027-0005 Control number 889728300
This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Students
Current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college or graduate institution.
Clarification from the agency
Applications will be accepted from any U.S. Citizen. This position is part of the Pathways Program and is open to current students who are enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution and enrolled at least half-time. Additional information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/students-recent-graduates/#url=Program-Fact-Sheets
Duties
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The 1DOT Internship Program empowers aspiring public servants to engage directly with the operational and policy challenges shaping modern government. Positioned across the Department of Transportation (DOT), interns collaborate with professional engineers, analysts, economists, financial experts, human resources, and more professionals to advance national transportation initiatives. Participants actively coordinate in professional operations, gaining firsthand exposure to how engineering, business and policy, Information Technology (IT), Mathematics, finance, safety, or human capital intersect to sustain and modernize the nations transportation systems.
The 1DOT Pathways Student Trainee works in support of the office they are assigned to which may include:
transportation program operations.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks highly motivated, driven, and innovative undergraduate and graduate students who are passionate about contributing to the modernization of the Federal Government and the advancement of the national transportation sector. Ideal candidates are interested in applying their knowledge and skills in business & policy, engineering, information technology, or mathematics/statistics operations to address challenges and improve government operations. They demonstrate strong analytical and/or technical aptitude, leadership potential, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a desire to translate academic knowledge into practical solutions that support DOTs mission.
Academic Background: Preferably currently enrolled in a relevant degree program for either Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics, IT, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Communications, Management, Data Analytics, Transportation, or a related discipline.
Core Competencies: A demonstrated track record of analytical problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational capabilities, and exceptional communication skills.
Mission Alignment: A proactive eagerness to learn and apply concepts in business, engineering, information technology, or mathematics/statistics, using data-driven decision-making to improve government operations, support innovation, and advance the national transportation sector.
The 1DOT Internship Program integrates on-the-job training with pertinent education by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the education requirements for each grade in which you are requesting consideration by the closing date of this announcement.
Superior Academic Achievement: In the upper one-third of graduating class; OR a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0, as recorded on official transcript, or based on courses completed during final 2 years of curriculum; OR a GPA of 3.5 or higher out of 4.0, based on average of required courses completed in major or required courses in major completed the final 2 years of curriculum.
Due to the education requirement of this position, an official or unofficial transcript must be submitted at the time of application. If transcripts are not received, you will be rated as ineligible.
Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required prior to a final offer of employment. You may use 2026 in-progress semester/quarter hours to qualify for a higher grade level. Qualifications will be determined based on completed and in-progress hours stated on your unofficial transcript submitted at the time of application.
You must provide updated transcripts that show any/all degrees conferred, current grades and registration with cumulative GPA to support your educational claims (acceptance letter is also required if applicable to current academic status). Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education: Qualifying education from colleges and universities in foreign countries must be evaluated in terms of equivalency to that acquired in U.S. colleges and universities. Applicants educated in whole or in part in foreign countries must submit sufficient evidence, including transcripts, to an accredited private organization for an equivalency evaluation of course work and degree. A listing of these accredited organizations can be found on the Department of Educations website.
You must provide a copy of the letter containing the results of the equivalency evaluation with a course by
course listing along with your application. Failure to provide such documentation when requested will result
in lost consideration.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Education
PATHWAYS ELIGIBILITY:
You must be a current student enrolled or formally accepted for enrollment in an accredited college, trade school, or other qualifying educational program for the Fall 2027 semester/quarter on a half to full-time basis (as defined by the educational institution) and must maintain qualifying student status throughout the entire internship period.
Please note: If you are graduating from your current academic program prior to May 31, 2027 or during the duration of this internship, you will not be eligible for this student appointment UNLESS you are accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational program seeking an additional qualifying degree, diploma, certificate, etc. You MUST submit proof of acceptance for future enrollment, along with your current transcripts, in your application for consideration.
If selected you:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Additional information
This is an Excepted Service appointment on a temporary basis.This is a temporary internship to complete project work that is temporary in nature. The appointment is not-to-exceed September 19, 2027. The temporary appointment can be extended and/or converted to a new temporary appointment at management's discretion based on the needs of the organization for the work to continue and provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Pathways Intern Program. Promotion is not permitted during this temporary appointment.
Conversion to the Competitive Service: Upon successful completion of all Pathways Internship Program requirements and the student's academic program, the intern may be noncompetitively converted within 180 days, without a break in service, to a term (time-limited), career-conditional, or career appointment in the federal government up to a GS-12 Full performance Level (FPL) provided the student has completed all Pathways conversion requirements, to include working at least 480 hours in an appropriate program, meets the qualification and time to hire requirements, and has received a favorable recommendation for retention.
Please note that conversion is not guaranteed and is subject to the needs of the agency, available funding, and
satisfactory performance. Grade level upon conversion will be determined by management and qualifications.
Refer to the Qualifications and Requirements section for information pertaining to the Pathways Internship
Program.
For additional information about applying to Federal Pathways Internship Positions, please click on the following
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date
of the referral certificate.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicants criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE: Please be clear and specific when describing your experience, as HR evaluates applications strictly on the facts provided and will not make assumptions. To receive full credit, your narrative responses must be written in paragraph format and explicitly match your resume. Begin each response by listing the exact position title, organization, employment dates (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY), full- or part-time status, average weekly hours, and federal series/grade (if applicable). Within the body of the paragraph, clearly describe your specific duties, actions taken, tools used, and measurable outcomes. HR will cross-check these details against your resume; if your resume does not fully support every claim and timeframe, the experience will not be considered for credit, which may result in an ineligible determination.
You will not be considered for the position if any part of the application or supporting documentation is incomplete. Falsifying your background, education, and/or experience is cause for not hiring you or adverse action after hiring.
Once you complete and submit your application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements for the job. Qualified students will be referred to the hiring manager in unranked order by veteran preference status: (1) Preference eligible having a compensable, service-connected disability of 10 percent or more; (2) all other candidates eligible for 10-point veteran preference; (3) candidates eligible for 5-point veteran preference; and (4) candidates not eligible for veteran preference.
Your application will be reviewed in two phases determine how you move forward in the hiring process. Phase I: Your resume will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. ONLY two (2) pages of your resume will be reviewed. Additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume) will not be reviewed. Applicants passing "Phase I" will move on to the "Phase II" of the assessment process where your application will be reviewed and rated based on the KSAs/Competencies listed in the vacancy announcement by a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
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Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents
Required Documents
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ALL Applicants must provide a maximum 2-page resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy.
The following is a list of documents that are only required based on the type of position and consideration for which you are applying. Please review each of the following sections to determine which, if any, additional documents you need to provide with your application.
SPECIAL ATTENTION: To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents by the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents no later than 11:59 (EST) by the closing date of the announcement.
Note: Uploading documents to USAJobs does not automatically attach them to this application. You must review and verify that all files are successfully transferred to our system before final submission. Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at Transjobs@dot.gov.
Agency contact information
Automated Staffing Office
Phone 000-000-0000 Email TRANSJOBS@dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once the application process is completed in its entirety, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the basic qualifications. Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews.
If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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ALL Applicants must provide a maximum 2-page resume that fully supports the required specialized experience and was created within USA Jobs Resume Builder and respond to the vacancy questions by the closing date of the vacancy.
The following is a list of documents that are only required based on the type of position and consideration for which you are applying. Please review each of the following sections to determine which, if any, additional documents you need to provide with your application.
SPECIAL ATTENTION: To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents by the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
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To be considered, you must submit all required resume details and applicable documents no later than 11:59 (EST) by the closing date of the announcement.
Note: Uploading documents to USAJobs does not automatically attach them to this application. You must review and verify that all files are successfully transferred to our system before final submission. Late or incomplete applications will be disqualified.
If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office via email at Transjobs@dot.gov.
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Agency contact information
Automated Staffing Office
Phone 000-000-0000 Email TRANSJOBS@dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Next steps
Once the application process is completed in its entirety, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the basic qualifications. Qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interviews.
If you are selected for an interview, the hiring agency will contact you directly. Once the position is filled, we will notify all applicants of their final status.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Additional locations
Washington, DC
Tallahassee, FL
Atlanta, GA
Ames, IA
Chicago, IL
Matteson, IL
Lake Charles, LA
Cambridge, MA
Lansing, MI
Tupelo, MS
Trenton, NJ
Massena, NY
New York, NY
Columbus, OH
Oklahoma City, OK
Salem, OR
Harrisburg, PA
San Juan, PR
Columbia, SC
Sevierville, TN
Austin, TX
Dallas, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Salt Lake City, UT
Ashburn, VA
McLean, VA
Vancouver, WA
Madison, WI
Office of the Secretary of Transportation
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is focused on what matters most: prioritizing the safety of our transportation systems, modernizing our aging infrastructure, unleashing American innovation, and maximizing efficiency by removing bureaucratic red tape. We are looking for mission-driven professionals ready to deliver real results with discipline, urgency, and accountability to support American families, workers, and businesses.
As we usher in a Golden Age of Transportation, DOT values a results-oriented, high-performing workforce dedicated to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a safe, collaborative environment. If you want to build big, beautiful infrastructure, scale transformative technologies, and achieve results that will serve our nation for generations to come, please consider joining the DOT family.
Did You Know? The Department of Transportation is consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government!
Agency contact information
Automated Staffing Office
Phone 000-000-0000 Email TRANSJOBS@dot.gov Address DOT, OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Submit Application and Documents Online
1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50
Washington, District of Columbia 20590
United States
Summary
This internship is part of the Department of Transportations 1DOT Pathways Internship Program, expected to begin May 30, 2027. This is a temporary internship with a possibility of extension throughout the academic year provided the employee remains eligible for employment in the Pathways Intern Program. To qualify, applicants must be enrolled (or accepted for enrollment) on at least a half-time basis in a qualifying educational institution.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
MANY vacancies in the following locations:
Little Rock, AR
Los Angeles, CA
Lakewood, CO
Hartford, CT
Washington, DC
Tallahassee, FL
Atlanta, GA
Ames, IA
Chicago, IL
Matteson, IL
Lake Charles, LA
Cambridge, MA
Lansing, MI
Tupelo, MS
Trenton, NJ
Massena, NY
New York, NY
Columbus, OH
Oklahoma City, OK
Salem, OR
Harrisburg, PA
San Juan, PR
Columbia, SC
Sevierville, TN
Austin, TX
Dallas, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Salt Lake City, UT
Ashburn, VA
McLean, VA
Vancouver, WA
Madison, WI
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible Yes-This position may be eligible for situational telework. Telework approval will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency's telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position. Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $32,435 - $77,306 per year
Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2026/general-schedule/
Pay scale & grade
GS 03 - 07
Promotion potential 07
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Part-time - Full Time / Part Time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Temporary - This internship is not-to-exceed September 19, 2027.
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Other Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number DOT-2027-0005 Control number 889728300
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