Traffic Data Detection Intern; Intern Support Technician - TPP Division - Austin TX

Are you curious about traffic data? How and why do we know the number of vehicles traveling on a roadway? What is traffic data used for? If you want to know, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) urges you to look behind the scenes with a paid TxDOT internship that could launch your professional journey!

TxDOT's Transportation Planning & Programming Division is looking for a Traffic Data Detection Intern for the summer months (May 1 - August 15) based at our state‑of‑the‑art headquarters in South Austin.

Stassney Campus

• Assists in performing inventory of materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as site summary reports.
• Assists with general warehousing duties such as stocking and issuing materials and supplies, maintaining records, and maintaining warehouse areas.
• Maintains traffic data files, records, and logs using Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Microsoft Access, and ESRI ArcGIS Pro.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties, including populating forms, and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Education

High School / Entry Summer in recommended high school plan

• 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
• 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 standard office equipment
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Maintaining a safe working relationship
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures

• 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
• Close Visual Acuity – work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

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

School

Schedule:

Part‑time

Employee Status:
Temporary

Job Type: Temporary Work

Job Level: Non‑Management

Job Posting:
Feb 26, 2026, 9:17:04 AM

State

Job Title:

Clerk III

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.

• 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)

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 Act of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants