Intern Engineering Support- Materials and Tests Division

Txdot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,407 - 31,354; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Health Premiums paid at 100%

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Txdot is seeking an Engineering Intern Support in Austin, Texas. This role involves supporting the Materials and Tests Division by developing spreadsheets and assisting with statistical analysis and lab testing.

The candidate should be enrolled in an engineering program and at least 16 years old. The position offers flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits, including health premiums paid fully for employees.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program at an accredited college.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for driving duties.

Responsibilities

• Develop spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gather basic data and assist with routine statistical analysis.
• Obtain material samples for analysis and assist with routine lab testing.

Skills

Data analysis

Spreadsheet development

Laboratory testing assistance

Education

Enrolled in engineering or related science degree program

Job description

Intern Engineering Support – Materials and Tests Division (2601016)

Position Information

TxDOT’s Materials and Tests Division is looking for Engineering Intern Supports based at Stasney Campus. These positions are available in one of the MTD Sections: Rigid Pavements and Concrete Materials, Asphalt Binder, Flexible Pavement, Coatings Calibration & Traffic Materials, Quality Assurance, and Soils & Aggregates.

Minimum Salary: $15.54 per hour | Maximum Salary: $22.76 per hour

Pay Basis: Hourly | FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Location: Stassney HQ - Lab 6230 East Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time | Shift: Day | Job Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

• 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

Job Responsibilities

• Develop spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gather basic data and assist with routine statistical analysis.
• Obtain material samples for analysis and assist with routine lab testing, including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; move items as required.
• Perform data entry and computer‑aided analysis.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program at an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.
• Other Conditions: Must be at least 16 years of age and a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Required to wear protective hard hat or other personal protective equipment.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
• Medium work: lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Balancing, walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Kneeling or bending at the knee to rest on knees.
• Lifting or raising objects from lower to higher positions or horizontally to a different position.
• Reaching or extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Standing for prolonged periods.
• Close visual acuity: work includes visual inspection of small defects or parts.
• Close visual acuity: using measurement devices and/or assembling or fabricating parts.
• Visual acuity: operate machines such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.

State Job Title: Engineering Aide | State Job Code: 2119

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 Act of 1990.