Technical Pathways High School Intern(High School Cooperative Education Intern)

Technical Pathways High School Intern

High School Cooperative Education Intern

Recruitment #261013-3232VR-001

Location Brookfield, CT

Colchester, CT

Darien, CT

East Granby, CT

East Haven, CT

Milford, CT

Old Saybrook, CT

Putnam, CT

Rocky Hill, CT

Waterbury, CT

Willington, CT

Winchester, CT

Date Opened 10/14/2026 12:00:00 AM Salary $16.94/hour Job Type Internships Close Date 10/28/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Introduction

Are you a high school student looking to prepare for a career in the skilled trades, working to improve the critical transportation systems and infrastructure of the State of Connecticut? Do you enjoy learning and performing highly skilled tasks? If so, come make an impact by serving your state! Read below & apply today!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is seeking junior and senior high school students who are knowledgeable and interested in gaining valuable experience as a Technical Pathways High School Intern (High School Cooperative Education Intern) in the areas of Vehicle/Equipment Repair and Machine Operation.

WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• On-Site.
• First Shift.
• Monday through Friday.
• Positions available at multiple locations throughout the State: Brookfield, Colchester, Darien, East Granby, East Haven, Milford, Old Saybrook, Putnam, Rocky Hill, Waterbury, Willington, Winchester.
• Will work part time schedules up to a maximum of 520 hours in accordance with Work-Based Learning (WBL) programs of Connecticut High Schools.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Selected candidates are required to have reliable transportation.
• Selected candidates must live within 30 miles of their assigned location.
• Selected candidates must be a junior or senior high school student, who is at least 16 years of age, and is enrolled in a formal internship program of a recognized and/or accredited high school.
• Selected candidates must possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (including work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and members of the public.

ABOUT US

As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is the DOTs mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Selected candidates must be a junior or senior high school student, who is at least 16 years of age, and is enrolled in a formal internship program of a recognized and/or accredited high school. Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

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• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay Connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
• This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Brittney Woodley at brittney.woodley@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is established as a structured internship program designed to prepare high school students for careers in administration, managerial, technical or other occupations through practical work experience in their chosen discipline.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Repair Interns will be assigned basic tasks in accordance with standard automotive and mechanical equipment trade practices. This includes; Performing, or assist in basic diagnostics, mechanics and repairs to the Bureau of Highway Operations fleet and equipment; assist in performing essential preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, and codes; may diagnose failure in all types of automotive and equipment; may assist in servicing, dismantling, overhauling, and reassembling front ends, engines, standard and automatic transmissions, rear ends, hydraulic systems, and automotive electrical systems; assists with determining, obtaining, or repairing needed parts or materials; may perform or assist with basic welding tasks; May be assigned to paint, wash, or clean vehicles.

Machine Shop Interns will perform basic tasks in accordance with standard machine shop trade practices and codes. This includes: Assisting with the set up and operation of lathes, shapers, planers, slotters, power saws, milling machines, drill presses and similar metal working power equipment working to close tolerances; uses taps, reamers, files, and other hand tools; gauges work using micrometers, calipers, and other precision type measuring instruments; assists with fashioning machine parts, shafts, bearings, gears, and a variety of other items of specialized machinery and equipment; assists with dismantling equipment, locating source of inadequate performance and makes necessary repairs; may operate, assemble, or test equipment; assist in repairs of tools and other metal; Assists with welding and metal fabrication tasks; May perform cleaning of work area and painting of parts/equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Knowledge of

• acceptable work ethic;

• principles, theories and concepts of chosen discipline;

• Skills

• interpersonal skills;

• oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Junior or senior high school students enrolled in a formal internship program with high school study experience related to the designated agency and/or a functional area of the internship assignment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Repair positions:

• Diesel engine, gas engine, or equipment repair experience or coursework.
• Diagnostic equipment experience or coursework.
• Autobody, welding or metal fabrication experience or coursework.
• Enrollment in a high school Heavy Duty Diesel, Autobody, Auto Repair, or Auto Technology Program.

Machine Shop positions:

• Experience working in a machine shop.
• Welding or metal fabrication experience or coursework.
• Enrollment in a high school Precision Machining Technology, or Welding and Metal Fabrication Program.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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