DETAILS FOR THE 2019 PROGRAM
CEO Intern Fellows Program for Diverse Groups
What is the CEO Intern Fellows Program?
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Intern Fellows Program is
designed to attract and retain college juniors and seniors from
underrepresented groups to careers in transportation through intern
fellowships with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). CEO
Intern Fellows receive a full professional enrichment experience that
includes participation in a group project assigned by the executive
leadership of the organization and concludes with a presentation to the members of the senior staff. In
addition to the opportunity to gain real work experience at the PTC, Intern Fellows will attend weekly
seminars designed to enhance the essential skills of a successful transportation professional.
What is the program objective?
To address the future workforce needs of the transportation field, specifically in the STEM areas (science, technology, engineering and math) along with other essential functions such as administration, communications and finance.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Students must meet the following requirements to participate in the program:
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Must have completed 9 credit hours in your respective major, with a 2.5 GPA or greater
- Must demonstrate the ability to commit to the program for its duration
How long does the program last?
This is a full fellowship program that includes wrap-around development to ensure professional success. The students have the option of working 30-40 hours per week starting June 3, 2019 through September 30, 2019.
What is the rate of pay?
The rate of pay is $15.00 per hour.
What is the location for the program?
The program is administered at the PTC’s Central Administration Building (CAB) located at 700 S. Eisenhower Blvd., Middletown, PA. Under special circumstances, there may be limited opportunities for students at our Eastern (King of Prussia) and Western (New Stanton) Regional Offices.
How to submit required information:
Completed application process includes the following:
- ONLINE: Go to www.paturnpike.com to complete and apply online for PTC summer employment. You must set up an account and go through the application process to apply for summer employment.
- MAIL: Most recent college transcript
- MAIL: Letter of recommendation from a professor
- MAIL: Proof of enrollment in previous semester
- MAIL: 500 word essay stating why you would like to do a fellowship at the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Submit the required documents by:
Email: diversity@paturnpike.com
or
Mail:Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Attn: CEO Intern Intake 700 S. Eisenhower Blvd
Middletown, PA 17057
Required materials must be received by the close of business on Monday, April 8, 2019.
| Schedule: |
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| Deadline for Submission - April 8, 2019 |
| Notification Letter Mailed - May 6, 2019 |
| Intern Program Start Date - June 3, 2019 |
| Intern Program End Date - September 30, 2019 |
| Eligibility Requirements: |
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| ONLINE: Complete the PTC summer employment application |
| MAIL: Most recent college transcript |
| MAIL: Letter of recommendation from a professor |
| MAIL: Proof of enrollment in previous semester |
| MAIL: 500 word essay stating why you would like to do a fellowship at the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission |
