Summer Office of the Inspector General Intern

About the Role

The Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) is a bi-state agency operating major bridge crossings and a rapid transit line. The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking college students for a 2027 summer internship. This paid internship offers hands-on exposure to a professional work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Inspector General, management, and staff in assisting the Audit Committee, Board of Commissioners, and Authority management.
• Provide audits, consulting, and investigative services to support internal controls, strategic plans, and compliance with government regulations and internal policies.
• Assist with audit field work, audit analysis, audit/project planning, and computer-based tools.
• Engage in communications, including report writing, and project management.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Inspector General or designee.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic exposure to reading and analyzing information (coursework, projects, case studies, or research assignments).
• Ability to write clearly and thoughtfully, with guidance and feedback.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Openness to learning new concepts, tools, and processes.
• Confidence to ask questions, seek clarification, and apply constructive feedback.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Expected to demonstrate professional conduct, including reliability, respectful and effective communication, and accountability.
• Intermediate skill level in using MS Office.
• Strong written / verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential / sensitive information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, including drug (including marijuana) and alcohol tests.
• Successful completion of a criminal background investigation.
• Must reside within DRPA’s Port District (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties in Pennsylvania, and Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, and Salem, counties in New Jersey).
• Available to work in-person, full-time, 40 hours per week for a 10-week period from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027.
• Enrolled full-time in an undergraduate degree program during both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters, verified by an official college or university transcript with the institution’s raised seal.
• Transcript must verify completion of at least 24 credits total, including a minimum of 12 credits in Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
• Official college or university documentation verifying full-time enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for the Fall 2027 semester, with a minimum of 12 credits.
• Rising senior or junior level.
• Pursuing an accounting / business degree.
• Coursework in auditing.

Internship Details

• Hourly rate: $20.00/hr.
• Work Location: One Port Center, Camden, NJ.
• Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, including a paid lunch hour.
• Paid weekly.
• Free parking at all facilities.
• Complimentary passage on DRPA bridges for commuting to and from work.
• Complimentary travel on PATCO for commuting to and from work.