Intern Support Technician - Atlanta District
Texas Department of Transportation, New Boston, TX, United States
Intern Support Technician - Atlanta District
The TxDOT Atlanta District is seeking student interns for administrative support to work in the following locations: Atlanta District Headquarters, Texarkana Area Office, Marshall Area Office, or Mount Pleasant Area Office. Interns may also be assigned to maintenance offices in the following: Linden, New Boston, Daingerfield, Gilmer, Jefferson, or Carthage, Texas. The Atlanta District plans, designs, builds, operates, and maintains the state transportation system in the following counties: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus, and Upshur. TxDOT's Internship Program is designed for high school and college students seeking to be introduced to career opportunities and gain practical work experience in transportation-related fields and support occupations.
Why intern with us?
Real-world impact: dive into impactful work that contributes to the success of TxDOT's mission: connecting you with Texas
Practical career experience: acquire unique experience while performing meaningful work on projects and tasks that contribute to the department's success
Continuous learning: participate in training sessions and gain access to resources that will enhance your skills and knowledge
Statewide connections: build a network of other interns in your field and professionals from diverse backgrounds and connect with experts from around the state of Texas
Minimum Salary: $15.85
Maximum Salary: $23.21
Anticipated Starting Salary: $18.00/hour to $22.00/hour
Pay Basis: Hourly
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations:
Atlanta District Headquarters 701 East Main St Atlanta 75551
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UST-Texas-Texarkana
UST-Texas-Marshall
UST-Texas-Carthage
UST-Texas-Gilmer
UST-Texas-Jefferson
UST-Texas-Mount Pleasant
UST-Texas-New Boston
Travel: Yes, 5% of the time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: Assigned work schedule may vary dependent upon work location/office.
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks
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).
Position Description
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.
Maintains radio contact with field units and others.
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.
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.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes 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. Must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to reasonable cause testing during employment. Interns must enroll in higher education, including trade/vocational school, within 120 days of graduation from high school or higher education. Failing to enroll in school within 120 days of graduation will disqualify continued employed in the intern position.
The TxDOT Atlanta District is seeking student interns for administrative support to work in the following locations: Atlanta District Headquarters, Texarkana Area Office, Marshall Area Office, or Mount Pleasant Area Office. Interns may also be assigned to maintenance offices in the following: Linden, New Boston, Daingerfield, Gilmer, Jefferson, or Carthage, Texas. The Atlanta District plans, designs, builds, operates, and maintains the state transportation system in the following counties: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Harrison, Marion, Morris, Panola, Titus, and Upshur. TxDOT's Internship Program is designed for high school and college students seeking to be introduced to career opportunities and gain practical work experience in transportation-related fields and support occupations.
Why intern with us?
Real-world impact: dive into impactful work that contributes to the success of TxDOT's mission: connecting you with Texas
Practical career experience: acquire unique experience while performing meaningful work on projects and tasks that contribute to the department's success
Continuous learning: participate in training sessions and gain access to resources that will enhance your skills and knowledge
Statewide connections: build a network of other interns in your field and professionals from diverse backgrounds and connect with experts from around the state of Texas
Minimum Salary: $15.85
Maximum Salary: $23.21
Anticipated Starting Salary: $18.00/hour to $22.00/hour
Pay Basis: Hourly
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Work Locations:
Atlanta District Headquarters 701 East Main St Atlanta 75551
UST-Texas-Daingerfield
UST-Texas-Linden
UST-Texas-Texarkana
UST-Texas-Marshall
UST-Texas-Carthage
UST-Texas-Gilmer
UST-Texas-Jefferson
UST-Texas-Mount Pleasant
UST-Texas-New Boston
Travel: Yes, 5% of the time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: Assigned work schedule may vary dependent upon work location/office.
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks
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).
Position Description
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.
Maintains radio contact with field units and others.
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.
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.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes 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. Must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to reasonable cause testing during employment. Interns must enroll in higher education, including trade/vocational school, within 120 days of graduation from high school or higher education. Failing to enroll in school within 120 days of graduation will disqualify continued employed in the intern position.