TxDOT Public Transportation Division is looking for a graduate-level intern to support statewide - bicycle and pedestrian initiatives. The intern would assist TxDOT in two primary areas: 1) activities to support implementation of statewide active transportation plan and 2) GIS analysis, including compiling and analyzing bicycle and pedestrian data, and developing GIS maps. In this role, the intern would be exposed to current active transportation planning efforts, transportation funding, and project development processes, working closely with a small, dynamic team. The position would be part-time year-round beginning in summer or fall at the Department’s Division Headquarters in South Austin.

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 routine 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:

• Analyzes data and applies statistical techniques.
• Assists in developing and maintaining databases.
• Assists in the collection of field data and compiles data into statewide database.
• Assists with special projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in a discipline related to area of assignment

Experience: No work experience required 

Other Conditions:

• Must be at least 16 years of age, and currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited college/university.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

 

Competencies:

• Data analysis and interpretation
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Using database management systems and associated applications
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

• Protects sensitive and confidential information

   

 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sitting - 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 click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

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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. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

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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.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information