Intern Support Technician - Environmental Division

Txdot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Retirement Plans

Job summary

TxDOT is seeking an Environmental Intern to support transportation projects balancing environmental conservation with Texas growth. On-site in Austin, you will work with experts, gain professional skills, and contribute to real-world environmental impact.

This entry-level role emphasizes GIS tasks, data collection, and administrative support. The internship requires high school status or enrollment, ArcPro GIS familiarity preferred, and the ability to lift light workloads.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or enrolled in college, university or similar program.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), ArcPro preferred.
• Must be at least 16 years of age; may include driving duties with license.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level administrative support work for the department.
• Maintains confidential information, records, files and logs.
• Performs preliminary research and data gathering for assignments.
• Performs routine word processing and quality checks of documents.

Skills

GIS

Data analysis

Data entry

Education

High school student

Tools

ArcPro

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

Position Information Turn your passion for the environment into real-world impact. As a TxDOT Environmental Intern, you'll collaborate with experts, develop valuable professional skills, and support transportation projects that balance environmental conservation with the needs of a growing Texas. At TxDOT, you will join a diverse workforce that is passionate about their careers. You have nothing to lose and lots to gain, including invaluable work experience that can carry you into the future. Make the choice and join TxDOT for your brighter tomorrow today.

Minimum Salary

: 15.54

Maximum Salary

: 22.76

Pay Basis

: Hourly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations

: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : Up to 40 hours per week M - F Location Flexibility : Onsite

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)

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.

• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• 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. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), specifically ArcPro is preferred.

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.

• Research and analysis methodologies
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording
  meeting notes, record keeping and records management
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents
  for clarity and consistency
• Using standard office equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
• Protects sensitive and confidential information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

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.

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.