The TxDOT Support Services Division is currently seeking an intern to join the team at the Regional Distribution Center in Athens, TX. This opportunity is ideal for an individual with a strong work ethic, willingness to follow instructions, and a genuine eagerness to learn. In this role the intern will gain hands-on experience in inventory management, shipping and receiving, and the daily operations of a warehouse environment. Guided by experienced professionals, an intern can build valuable skills and explore potential career paths within TxDOT.
Work location: 400 N.E. Loop 7. Athens, TX 75752
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)
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Performs 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.
Essential Duties:
- 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.
- Makes copies and distributes as instructed.
- Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
- Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
- Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
- Runs errands as required.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Competencies:
Some skill in
- 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, applicable programs, applications, and systems
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Ability to
- Follow verbal and written instructions
- Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
Other Attributes
Protects sensitive and confidential information
Student Employment positions do not require applicants to address competencies when openings are posted in a job requisition
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Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.
Other Conditions:
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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
Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
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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.
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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 Action of 1990.
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