Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee
About the role
Become part of a team that shapes Pennsylvania's transportation future! The Transportation Planning Specialist Trainee role with the Department of Transportation is a great opportunity to begin a rewarding career. You will learn advanced tools that support planning and engineering across the state. This trainee program helps you develop strong skills that prepare you for long-term success!
Responsibilities
- Geospatial Analysis: Conduct geospatial reviews of transportation plans and projects
- Software Skills: Develop ability with Bentley, Adobe, and Esri tools to produce spatial data and visuals
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Applications: Learn and work with GIS-based applications to support planning needs
- Data Maintenance: Maintain and link transportation datasets that support planning and reporting
- Map Production: Assist with creating and updating maps and related cartographic products
- Technology Research: Support testing and evaluation of geospatial technologies for improved planning
Requirements
- Must meet Pennsylvania residency requirement
- Must be able to perform essential job functions
Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics, statistics, planning, computer science, geography, earth science, economics, finance, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree are considered to have met the educational requirements.
Skills
Develop proficiency with Bentley, Adobe, and Esri tools for spatial data creation and visualization; work with GIS‑based applications; conduct geospatial analysis; maintain and link transportation datasets; assist with map production; evaluate emerging geospatial technologies.
Pay
In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable.
Schedule
Full‑time employment, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Monday‑Friday with a 60‑minute lunch. Telework may be available part‑time for those with a securely configured high‑speed internet connection working from an approved location in Pennsylvania; otherwise reporting to the headquarters office in Harrisburg is required. Telework eligibility is subject to change.