Intern Engineering Support - Abilene, TX; Design

Intern Engineering Support - Abilene, TX (Central Design)

TxDOT's Abilene District is looking for a few eager students to work in our intern program. These intern positions will primarily cover the summer months, beginning in May through August. In a few circumstances if schedule and availability allow, these positions may continue throughout the year. These interns must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.

These positions will offer the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, a great opportunity to explore what TxDOT has to offer, expand your knowledge and skills, and possibly serve as a gateway to a future career with the agency. At TxDOT you will work with skilled and licensed professionals to develop and enhance job skills through practical application. At TxDOT in the Abilene District, we have three core values: safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets.

We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life. We offer a wide array of programs and activities including compressed work schedules, wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance and many other benefits.

Minimum Salary: 19.00

Maximum Salary: 19.00

Pay Basis:
Hourly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations:
Abilene District Headquarters

Travel:
Yes, 25% of the Time

Shift: Day Job

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)

Position

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.

Essential Duties:

• Compiles information from microfilm records and other archival materials.
• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis.
• Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals
• Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and/or conducts laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, moves items related to these duties.
• Inspects routine maintenance contract work.
• Obtains material samples for analysis and assists with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, moves items related to these duties.
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
• Performs mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.
• Performs traffic counts and gathers related traffic and accident data.
• Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction…