Intern Engineering Support

Job Description - Intern Engineering Support (2600362)

Job Description

Position Information

A paid internship is a valuable opportunity to explore what TxDOT offers to the citizens of Texas, expand on the knowledge you've gained in school, and potentially open the door to future job opportunities with the agency. It’s no surprise that many students choose to return to TxDOT year after year to rejoin our team.

TxDOT’s Internship Program provides current high school and college students with the chance to gain meaningful, paid, hands‑on experience. At TxDOT, you’ll join a workforce that is passionate about their careers. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain—including invaluable work experience that can help shape your future. Make the choice to join TxDOT and take the first step toward a brighter tomorrow.

To qualify, students must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.
• Be currently enrolled in a high school, technical school, college, or university

18.00

21.32

Hourly

Nonexempt

Orange Maintenance 3128 HWY 62 NORTH Orange 77632

No

Day

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)

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS. Assists in transportation engineering support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry‑level engineering support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Compiles information from microfilm records and other archival materials.

Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.

Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis.

Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.

Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and/or conducts laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, moves items related to these duties.

Inspects routine maintenance contract work.

Obtains material samples for analysis and assists with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, moves items related to these duties.

Performs data entry and computer‑aided analysis.

Performs mechanical and electrical repairs.

Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.

Performs traffic counts and gathers related traffic and accident data.

Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction projects. Prepares required worksheets and inspection reports.

Processes various construction‑related documents and maintains construction project records. Scans airport directory drawings; files and maintains related airport documents.

Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer‑aided drafting and calculating work.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Must be enrolled in an engineering or…