Human Resources Year Round Intern - Support Operations Branch

Austin, Texas


Employer: Texas Department of Transportation
Industry: School
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time

Position Information

TxDOT urges students to stop their internship search and focus on TxDOT's Career pages. Annually, over 500 College and High School students from across Texas and beyond select the Texas Department of Transportation, (TxDOT) as their employer of choice. For them, it's a dream come true, a coveted accomplishment. A paid internship is a great opportunity to: explore what TxDOT has to offer to the citizens of Texas, expand your knowledge acquired from school, and possibly serve as a gateway to future job opportunities with the agency. At TxDOT, you will join a diverse workforce that is passionate about their careers. You have nothing to lose and lots to gain such as invaluable work experience that can carry you into the future. Make the choice and join TxDOT.

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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 or technical support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative, technical, 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:

- Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.

- Assists in processing routine documents.

- Maintains files, records, and logs.

- Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.

- Performs HR related routine clerical work as assigned.

- Performs document management functions.

- Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.

- Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.

- Assists with maintaining computer and hardware inventory records for new and surplus equipment.

- 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.


Preferred Qualifications:

Education Preference : Majoring in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

Competencies:

- Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

- Ability to:

- Communicate effectively

- Follow verbal and written instructions

- Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures

- Protect sensitive and confidential information

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

Created: 2024-09-14
Reference: 2403336
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Austin
ZIP: 78749


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