Department of Highways Internship Opportunities

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​​​​​​​​​​The Department of Highways internships p​​rovide career opportunities and hands-on work experience for high school juniors and seniors, high school graduates, and college students.  Some of ​the opportunities available are:

  • Engineering (civil)
  • Diesel Mechanics                    ​
  • Welders
  • Equipment Operators (must be at least 18 years of age)
  • Network Communications​

Other internships may be available. If you are interested in a specific field not listed, email kytc.internships@ky.gov. 

​​Internship Qualifications​

  • ​Be at least 17 years of age
  • Unrestricted driver's license preferred
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • High school students must have senior status if interning during the school year 
  • High school students must be r​​ecommended by a teacher or other school official

​   Note: Rising Juniors and Seniors may work during the summer provided they are 17 years of age


Download Application

You may email the completed application to kytc.internships@ky.gov or click the "submit" button if you open and complete the application in Adobe.  ​​​























Contact Information:

Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
200 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-3730
Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. EST, M-F

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