Land Survey Intern

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation in Austin is seeking a student enrolled in an engineering or related science degree for an internship in engineering support. The role involves assisting in construction or maintenance inspection, surveying, data collection, and use of drafting equipment.

Responsibilities include developing spreadsheets and databases, collecting basic data, performing routine statistical analyses, data entry, and computer-aided drafting.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
• Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.
• Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Spreadsheet basics

Data entry

Surveying basics

Drafting basics

Team collaboration

Education

Enrollment in engineering or related science degree

Tools

Drafting equipment

Computer-aided drafting

Job description

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS. Assists in transportation engineering support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry-level engineering support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

This position operates within a values-driven environment where collaboration, integrity, and empathy are essential. Our team culture emphasizes transparency, mutual respect, and shared accountability.

Essential Duties

• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
• Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.
• Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.

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.
• Must have a drivers' license.
• Safety Impact Certificate (obtained within first couple of months of hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrollment in a higher-education surveying program (Associates or higher).
• Prior experience working outdoors (academic, volunteer, or paid).
• Prior experience in computer mapping, drafting, or graphics (academic, volunteer, or paid).
• Prior experience working on a team (academic, volunteer, or paid)
• Demonstrated alignment with ROW core values: Respect, Honesty, Transparency, Trust, Kindness, Accountability, and Unity.

Competencies

Proficient skill in

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Some skill in

• Using basic mathematical fundamentals
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Using standard office equipment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade

Ability to

• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Perform data entry
• Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights
• Move up to 50 pounds
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
• Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
• Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

Conditions of Employment

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

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize "medical marijuana" under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.