Intern Administrative Support Technician: Austin District

Job Description – 2026 Administrative Intern:
Austin District (2600153)

Position Information

This position is for internships during the months of May-August

TxDOT's Austin District has job openings for Administrative Interns at various offices across the Austin Metro Area
.

Annually, over 1,100 college and high school students from across Texas and beyond select the Texas Department of Transportation, (TxDOT) as their employer of choice during the summer months. For them, it’s a dream come true, a coveted accomplishment.

Did you know that members of our Executive Leadership team, including our Executive Director, were paid interns at TxDOT? 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. It is no surprise that many 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. At TxDOT, you will join a workforce that is passionate about their careers. 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.

• Must be 16 years old.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Be currently enrolled as a student at a high school, technical school, college or university.

Note
:
Employees at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

• North Travis Area Office: 1001
  
  E. Parmer Lane, Austin TX 78753
• South Travis Area Office: 1925 S. IH 35, Austin TX 78744
• Bastrop Area Office: 174 SH 21 East, Bastrop TX 78602
• Burnet Area Office: 3029 SH 29 East, Burnet TX 78611
• Georgetown Area Office: 2727 S Austin Ave, Georgetown TX 78626

• Intern Administrative Support: A11: ($18-$22/hourly)

Minimum Salary
: $18.00

Maximum Salary
: $22.00

Pay Basis
:
Hourly FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Locations
:
Austin District Headquarters 7901 NORTH IH 35 Austin 78753

Other Locations
: UST-Texas-Bastrop, UST-Texas-Austin, UST-Texas-Georgetown, UST-Texas-Burnet

Travel
:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job Shift Details:
Up to 40 Hours, Monday - Friday
Location Flexibility:
Onsite

• 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)

This position p erforms 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.

Assists with general warehousing duties such as stocking and issuing materials and supplies, maintaining records, and maintaining warehouse areas.

Disseminates information to the public.

Maintains files, records, and logs.

Maintains radio contact with field…