Records Management Intern

Job Description
- Records Management Intern (2602400)

Job Description

Records Management Intern - ( 2602400 )

Looking for a paid internship where you can build real-world experience, contribute to meaningful public service, and learn how information is managed across a large state agency? TxDOT is seeking a Records Management Intern to join our enterprise Records Management team in Austin, TX. In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience working with both physical and electronic records while learning about record retention, disposition, organization, compliance, and the day‑to‑day work that supports effective government operations.

This opportunity is a great fit for students interested in Information Science, Library Science, records management, public administration, government, or related fields. The internship is paid and continues year‑round, with a schedule of up to 20 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer. The selected candidate must be able to report in person to TxDOT's Stassney Campus in Austin, TX.

19.44

19.44

Hourly FLSA Status :
Nonexempt

Stassney Hq
- Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

No Shift :
Day Job Shift Details :
Part‑time (20hr) during fall & spring school semesters, Full‑time (40hr) during summer. 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 for the Information Technology Division's Records Management team located at TxDOT's Stassney offices in Austin, Texas. Work involves supporting the organization, storage, retrieval, review, and disposition of TxDOT records in both physical and electronic formats. Duties may include assisting with records warehouse activities; processing physical record boxes; using standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, printers, copiers, carts, and filing or labeling supplies;

entering and tracking information in Microsoft Office applications or other approved systems; preparing and reviewing basic program documents; and helping identify opportunities to improve or modernize records management processes. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

• Process physical record requests for the Stassney Record Warehouse, including requests to process records into the warehouse and requests to retrieve records in the warehouse.
• Assist with record disposition efforts in the Stassney Records Warehouse.
• Assists in drafting and reviewing program documents, such as process documentation, retention schedule amendments, training presentations, and other documents as directed.
• Assist with updating agency‑wide training materials and policy documents.
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