Intern Support Technician- PEPS Division

Job Description

Position Information

TxDOT PEPS Division is looking for eager students to work in our intern program. This intern position can be a summer role, or if your schedule permits, these positions can continue throughout the year. The intern must be enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education, including a trade/vocational school, whether attending in person or online.

This position will offer the opportunity to gain valuable work experience, explore what TxDOT has to offer, and expand your knowledge and skills. At TxDOT, you will work with skilled and licensed professionals to develop and enhance job skills through practical application.

The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right to determine the level of position based on the applicant’s work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary
: 18.00

Maximum Salary
: 18.00

Pay Basis
:
Hourly •
FLSA Status
:
Nonexempt

Stassney Hq - Main
6230 East Stassney Lane
Austin 78744

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Day Job, up to 40 hours/week
• Location Flexibility:
Onsite

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.
• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assists in performing inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as vouchers, personnel records, titles or registrations.
• Disseminates information to the public.
• Maintains files, records, and logs.
• Makes copies and distributes as instructed.
• Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
• 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.

Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

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
• Maintain effective working relationship with other
• 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 and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Maintaining a safe working…