Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups
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The United States Department of Transportation (in collaboration with the GMG Management Consulting Inc.) is hiring Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups (STIPDG) interns for summer 2025. Learn more about the program and apply for STIPDG today by visiting https://gmgedu.com/ (open to U.S. Citizens). For 10 weeks of work, selected participants at the undergraduate level receive a stipend of $5,500 ($7,500 for graduate/law school participants). Selectees also receive roundtrip travel to their summer office placement location and complimentary housing at that site (if they live 50 miles or more from their summer office placement location). This internship announcement closes on 02/10/2025 (but submit your application as soon as possible to receive the best consideration).
The United States Department of Transportation delivers the world's leading transportation system, serving the American people and economy through the safe, efficient, sustainable, and equitable movement of people and goods.
GMG Management Consulting Inc. was founded in 2004 by 15-year industry leader Georgia Griffith - the company is an extension of her excellent reputation and superior professionalism. GMC is a Small Business Administration certified "Small Woman and Minority Owned HUB Zone Business," providing management consulting and professional support services to several premiere government and corporate clients. The company's expertise and commitment to excellence has been recognized with commendations and awards from industry peers as well as loyal and satisfied clients.
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What is the Summer Transportation Internship Program for Diverse Groups?
STIPDG is open to all qualified candidates without regard to their race; gender; color; religion; sexual orientation; national origin; age; physical or mental disability; veteran status; or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. An important focus of the program is providing opportunities to qualified candidates from groups that have been underrepresented in transportation (such as women, persons with disabilities, and other diverse groups).
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A Career in the Federal Government - gain hands-on experience in various government functions, to better understand the operations and decision-making processes within Federal agencies.
Mentorship and Professional Networking - selectees get paired with experienced mentors within USDOT who guide them throughout the program. The mentorship helps interns build valuable professional networks and understand career pathways in the transportation sector.
Career Advancement - the program is specifically designed to increase diverse representation in USDOT's workforce, helping students from underrepresented groups enter public service and explore the transportation field.
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Length of the Internship and Accommodations - the STIPDG program lasts 10 weeks and allows interns to enhance their skills through various experiences. These include field trips, workshops, conferences, and mentorship opportunities with USDOT professionals. Interns also receive a stipend of $5,500 for undergraduate participants and $7,500 for graduate/law school participants. Furnished housing and round-trip travel to their placement location is also provided to interns who live 50 miles or more from their summer office placement location.
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Submitting an Application - to receive consideration, interested candidates must complete the application and submit all required information and documents no later than Monday, February 10, 2025. Applicants must...
- Be a U.S. Citizen - this is a Federal government internship at the United States Department of Transportation. Therefore, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.
- Be enrolled in a degree program - applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-granting program of study at an accredited United States institution of higher learning recognized by the United States Department of Education AND maintain a 3.0 (or better) grade point average.
- Fill out the application - applicants must be available to participate throughout the 10-week duration of STIPDG.
- Submit transcripts, grade records, or reports - applicants must provide their most up-to-date unofficial transcript, grade record, or report at the time they submit their application. Students MUST be enrolled in an accredited United States institution of higher learning for the fall 2025 semester.
- Attach a resume - applicants must submit a one-page resume detailing their work history (paid or unpaid), volunteer engagements, awards, leadership experience, and extracurricular activities.
- Provide one written reference - applicants must ask a department chair, professor, advisor, or employer to write one written reference in support of their STIPDG application.
- Create or provide a writing sample - for "undergraduate" students: reflect on transportation interests and describe how STIPDG participation will make a positive impact on academic and career paths/goals in a one-page, double-spaced, minimum 12-point, typed essay. For "masters" students: submit a writing sample (not to exceed two pages) that represents current educational and career plans/goals. For "law" students: submit a legal writing sample (not to exceed five pages).
Application Selections - selections will begin in late February and all applicants will be notified of their status (via e-mail) no later than Thursday, May 1, 2025. Selected interns must reply (via e-mail) to accept their offer for summer employment within a specified number of business days. Failure to do so will result in their offer getting extended to other, qualified applicants.
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Have a question? See the Q&A Section near the bottom of this page. Do you have additional questions? Contact GMC Management Consulting Inc. at gmg-stipdg@gmgedu.com.
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"Modes" of Transportation within USDOT - STIPDG interns may work in any of the United States Department of Transportation's 11 operating administrations (more commonly referred to as modes of transportation). These include the...
Federal Aviation Administration - FAA works with the airline industry and airports to enforce aviation regulations and ensure safe flights for all.
Federal Highway Administration - FHWA works with many programs, states, and other partners to ensure safe highways, bridges, and access to National forests and parks; Indian reservations; and other public lands.
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - FMCSA works with Federal, state, and local enforcement agencies; the motor carrier industry; labor safety groups; and others to ensure that commercial vehicles safety operate on our National highways. They also implement regulations to improve safety and reduce fatalities.
Federal Railroad Administration - FRA works to ensure America's rail systems are safe and sound to use throughout the Nation. They ensure the tracks used by freight and passenger trains alike are in safe, working condition.
Federal Transit Administration - FTA assists in developing improved mass transit for cities and communities nationwide. They work with subways, trains, busses, fairies, trolleys, and more, keeping cost, accessibility, and convenience in mind.
Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation - GLS controls the lock system running through the Saint Lawrence Seaway that channels barges carrying iron ore, grains, and other products. Both commercial and non-commercial vessels pass through the lock and dam system used to regulate the influx of water and vessels. SLS also works to develop trade opportunities to benefit port communities, shippers, recipients, and other industries near the Seaway.
Maritime Administration - MARAD works to ensure Americans can transport goods across waterways. They provide naval support in times of national military strife. They also manage and promote the Merchant Marine Academy.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration - NHTSA ensures Americans are safe on the roads. They work with identifying vehicle recalls, child safety seat defects, or proper installation methods. All this work helps reduce deaths and injuries on the Nation's highways and helps states and local communities reduce drunk driving.
Office of the Inspector General - OIG is NOT one of the modes of transportation within DOT...but it works with the Department to reduce and prevent waste, fraud, and abuse.
Office of the Secretary of Transportation - OST is the central umbrella under which each of the modes fall under. It is the operating administration that is responsible for overseeing the formulation of national transportation policies and preparing transportation legislation to promote the flow of commerce; safer roads and airways; and reduce injuries and deaths.
Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - PHMSA oversees the safety of parts of the Nation's shipment of hazardous materials and energy products that run through pipelines.
VOLPE Center - VOLPE advances transportation innovation for the public good. Their mission is to improve the Nation's transportation system by anticipating emerging issues and advancing technical, operational, and institutional innovations.