Environmental & Public Involvement Intern, Summer 2027

Jobtailor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Austin, TX is seeking a detail-oriented administrative support student to assist multiple departments under supervision.

You will prepare reports, analyze data, coordinate program developments, and handle routine tasks using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing to team projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Communications, English, Journalism, or related field.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication and data-analysis capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist departments and projects under close supervision.
• Perform basic administrative support tasks.
• Prepare reports and track results.
• Coordinate program developments.
• Answer phones, take messages, transmit information, and schedule appointments.
• Participate in meetings and interface with teams.
• Assist management in data analysis.
• Work on special projects and provide research as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

• Assist assigned departments and/or projects under close supervision
• Perform basic and routine administrative support work and related tasks
• Prepare reports and track and evaluate results
• Coordinate program developments
• Answer phones, receive messages, transmit information, make copies, edit documents, handle routine inquiries, and make appointments
• Participate in meetings and interface with various teams
• Assist management in analyzing data
• Work on special projects and provide research as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus enrolled in a related undergraduate or graduate program
• Pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resources Sciences, Environmental Resource Management, Communications, English, Journalism, or a related field
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong administrative support capabilities, including report preparation, data analysis, and effective communication across teams. Proficient in MS Office tools to assist in program development and project coordination.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Administrative Support
• Data Analysis
• Report Preparation
• MS Word
• MS Excel

Hard Skills

• Report Preparation
• Data Analysis
• Basic Administrative Tasks
• Research Skills
• Program Coordination

Soft Skills

• Ability to Work Independently
• Prioritization
• Multi-tasking
• Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

• Environmental Science
• Natural Resources Sciences
• Environmental Resource Management
• Communications
• Journalism

Tools & Technologies

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint