Human Resources Intern Support Technician - Lubbock

Texas Department of Transportation; Slaton (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Lubbock seeks a motivated Intern Support Technician to join our HR team year-round. You will assist in recruiting, onboarding, records management, data audits, and other HR operations while gaining hands-on experience.

Applicants must be enrolled in high school, college, or a trade program and able to work at least 20 hours per week during the school year; this is a part-time, temporary position offering valuable public service exposure.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or college or accepted into an educational institution.
• Must be at least 16 years of age and enrolled in school or higher education.
• 18+ with a valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties.

Responsibilities

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist.
• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as personnel records.
• Disseminates information to the public.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents.

Skills

Close Visual Acuity

Education

Student in high school or college

Tools

Word processing

Job description

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.
• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as personnel records.
• Disseminates information to the public.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Makes copies and distributes as instructed.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Runs errands as required.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

Other Conditions

• Must be at least 16 years of age, a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Position Information

Are you looking to gain real-world experience while building a foundation for your future career? TxDOT's Human Resources team in the Lubbock District is seeking a motivated, year-round Intern Support Technician to join our team in Lubbock, Texas. This exciting opportunity offers hands‑on experience in a variety of HR functions, allowing you to work alongside HR Generalists and other interns while supporting recruiting, onboarding, employee events, records management, data audits, and other key HR operations. You'll contribute to meaningful projects, provide excellent customer service, maintain confidential information, and gain valuable exposure to Human Resources practices and processes. Applicants must be enrolled in high school, college, or a trade/vocational program and be available to work year-round, including a minimum of 20 hours per week during the school year.

Benefits And Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work‑life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Job

School

Schedule

Part-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Job Type

Temporary Work

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Aug 5, 2026, 8:17:09 AM

State Job Title/s

Clerk III

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.