Highway Operations Internship Summer

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s Highway Operations Summer Internship program is for students enrolled full time in an undergraduate degree program for the Fall of 2026. It provides interns with hands‑on experience in Highway Operations across the Commonwealth.

As an Operations intern, you will gain real world experience in the front‑line operations work that will have a lasting influence on transportation in Massachusetts. These internships also provide an opportunity to network with professionals across the state.

The Operations Summer Internship Program typically runs approximately 12 weeks from June through August. The standard work week is full‑time Monday through Friday. Locations and start times will vary depending upon placement. Some positions are referred to as hybrid and will include working remotely as well as reporting to the office each week.

Location:

270 Main Street, Lenox, MA 01201 (in‑person)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

• Work with the engineering staff within maintenance section.
• Preparing sketch sheets, scopes of work, and prepare necessary paperwork.
• Assist as needed the District Environmental Engineer when needed.
• Conduct site visits for ongoing work.

Location:

811 North King Street, Northampton, MA (in‑person)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

• Assist with organization of collective bargaining agreements.
• Substantial scanning, saving, and organization of paper files and invoices.
• Cataloging District records according to MGL Records Retention policies.
• Miscellaneous office work as needed.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) or similar software.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work independently or in a group setting as needed.

Location:

499 Plantation Parkway, Worcester, MA 01605 (in‑person)

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

The District 3 Operations intern will assist District 3 Administration/District Highway Director (DHD) and Deputy DHD as required.

• Assisting with incoming correspondence and sending general responses to politicians/constituents and the public, organizing physical documents for digitalization on Sharepoint, assisting with Operations meetings, taking notes, organizing schedules for Operations.
• Assist with incoming correspondence and communications.
• Sending out general responses to politicians/constituents and the public.
• Organizing physical documents for digitalization on Sharepoint.
• Assist with Operations meetings, taking notes, organizing schedules.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Assist the District Fleet Coordinator with the electronic tracking and reporting of District Repairs and Maintenance.
• Assist with vehicle transport.
• Assist in training non‑technical field personnel on various computer applications and data entry.
• Inspect various equipment pieces.
• Maintain reports and inventories of District Equipment.
• Assist with the reconciliation of invoices for parts and equipment purchased.
• Assist in the oversight of work performance by contracted vendors.

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found /massdot-careers.

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