TDA - Intern - Grants Office

Overview

INTERN – Grants Office (Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk; estimated June 8, 2026 – August 7, 2026).

Location:

Austin, TX. Posting:
Mar 10, 2026;
Closing Date:
Mar 25, 2026.

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Texas-Austin

SFA OFFICES AUSTIN - 2 FLOOR 1700 N. Congress Ste. 1100 Austin 78701

• Job
  :
  Office and Administrative Support
• Employee Status
  :
  Temporary
• Schedule
  :
  State Job Code 0055;
  Salary Admin Plan A;
  Grade 07
• Salary (Pay Basis): 2,550.00 - 2,550.00 (Monthly)
• Number of Openings
  : 1
• Overtime Status
  :
  Non-exempt
• Telework Option
  : TDA does not offer telework; all employees must be physically present

• Job Posting
  :
  Mar 10, 2026, 1:54:55 PM
• Closing Date
  :
  Mar 25, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

INTERN – Grants Office (Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk; estimated June 8, 2026 – August 7, 2026).

Salary Information: A07, $2,550.00/MO (FT)

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Posting Number: 26-57357-1

Location: Austin, TX

What you’ll do

The Program Intern will assist in the promotion, development and implementation of the new Texas Agricultural Finance Authority’s grant opportunities - Agricultural Grant Program. You will work under close supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Assist with reviewing grant applications submitted for funding.
• Assist with special projects including planning and implementation of technical assistance provided to applicants and grantees.
• Assist in reviewing and processing requests for grant funds, monitoring reports, and project completion reports.
• Complete independent and various projects under the direction of the Director for Grants.
• Attend division staff meetings and meetings/functions with other divisions, associations, and external stakeholders as requested.
• Assist with requests for program information, including research and compiling information.
• Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.
• Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements for the Position (State that the application must state how each qualification is met; resumes do not replace the required Texas CAPPS/WIT application).

• Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and major coursework in Public Administration or related field.
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours.

• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and managing competing interests.

• Knowledge of office procedures; spelling, punctuation and grammar; and business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in use of computer and office equipment; ability to provide customer service excellence to internal and external customers.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock between locations; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to exercise sound judgment and discretion.

Normal office environment; mostly sedentary but may involve walking, standing, lifting up to 30 pounds. May require extended hours and some evenings/weekends. Travel up to 5% may be required, occasionally overnight. The State of Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit.

Note:

This description contains the information from the original posting and may include state-specific requirements and notices.

Reasonable Accommodations:
If you require an accommodation for an interview, contact the hiring representative or HR.