Transportation Cabinet Intern

Job Description

About Company and Program

The Team Kentucky Internship Program (TKIP) is a prestigious and competitive initiative designed to introduce talented and motivated college students to public service. It offers meaningful and relevant work experience, professional development activities, and networking opportunities with peers and state government leaders. Successful applicants perform valuable work within state agencies across the Commonwealth.

To be eligible for TKIP, applicants must:
• Be enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or an approved educational institution.
• Maintain good academic standing with at least a 2.5 GPA at the time of hire.
• Graduating high school seniors enrolled in college courses with a 2.5 GPA are also eligible.
• Candidates must be 18 years of age by May 15, 2026.
• Applicants must upload their unofficial transcript during the application process.

The program includes specific requirements for interns:
• Attend TKIP Orientation.
• Attend at least 1 Professional Development Day.
• Attend at least 1 Agency Tour.
• Complete 300 working hours throughout the program.
• Submit a final project.
• Attend the TKIP Reception.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is the specific agency highlighted in this internship. KYTC’s mission is to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that fosters economic opportunity and enhances Kentucky’s quality of life. The Cabinet operates with a value system centered on safety first, diversity and inclusion, the Golden Rule, delivering results, and acknowledging the contributions of all members and partners.

Job Description, Detailed

This internship is for a position within the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), specifically in the District 5 Shepherdsville Section.

A Day in the Life for an intern in this section involves working alongside experienced technologists and engineers. The intern will learn to perform inspections, record data, and prepare reports related to highway construction projects.

Responsibilities Include:
• Learning to read and interpret engineering documents.
• Learning to operate equipment.
• Maintaining tools and supplies.
• Recording data.
• Assisting in developing proposals and reports.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:
• Be dependable: This involves complying with a designated work schedule, meeting assigned deadlines, and proactively communicating with supervisors regarding schedule adjustments or support needs.
• Take initiative: Interns are expected to look for ways to go above and beyond, demonstrating self-motivation and problem-solving skills.
• Take advantage of learning opportunities: This includes actively seeking knowledge about the state agency and government, requesting performance feedback to grow, and asking questions when unsure about tasks or needing guidance.

Minimum Requirements:
• EDUCATION: NONE specified for the role itself.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE specified.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be 18 years of age at the time of employment.
• Must be enrolled on a full-time basis in high school as a graduating senior currently enrolled in college-level courses OR a college-level student enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or other educational institution approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet.
• Applicants must furnish proof of enrollment to the Personnel Cabinet.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the duration of employment. The employing agency is responsible for ensuring these are maintained.

Working Conditions:
• Working conditions will vary based on the specific agency and position within the Team Kentucky Internship Program.