Intern Support Technician (Odessa)

Taleo; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance Program

Flexible Work Schedules

Health Premiums paid (some roles)

On-the-Job Training

Career Development Opportunities

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave and Holidays

Job summary

TxDOT is offering paid internship positions at the Odessa District Headquarters. This entry-level role provides hands-on administrative experience for high school and college students, with on-site work in Odessa, Texas. The program emphasizes learning, work-life balance, and potential future opportunities within the agency.

Pay is hourly and ranges with experience. Benefits include training, tuition assistance, and flexible schedules where available.

Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college/university.
• Must be at least 16 years of age and currently enrolled in HS or higher education.
• Employees age 18+ with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Responsibilities

• Performs entry-level administrative support work for the department following specific instructions.
• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and serves as receptionist.
• Disseminates information to the public and maintains files, records, and logs.
• Gathers pertinent data, performs preliminary research, and conducts quality checks of documents.

Skills

Communication

Data collection

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Education

High School/College student

Job description

Job Description

Position Information

TxDOT is excited to announce internship positions in the Odessa District. This position is located at the Odessa District Headquarters. Annually we hire over 1,000 College and High School students from across Texas and beyond to be a part of the Texas Department of Transportation. Many of the TxDOT Executive Leadership team and District Leadership team were also paid interns at one time. A paid internship is a great opportunity to: explore what TxDOT has to offer to the citizens of Texas, expand your knowledge acquired from school, and possibly serve as a gateway to future job opportunities with the agency. Many of the students choose to come back to TxDOT year-after-year to rejoin our team. TxDOT’s Employment Program provides current high school and college students the opportunity to gain valuable paid hands‑on experience. You have nothing to lose and lots to gain such as 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

Odessa District Headquarters 3901 EAST US HIGHWAY 80 Odessa 79761

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 20 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.

Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.

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.

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.

• 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 computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Follow verbal and written instructions

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

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 .

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.