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Intern Office Support Technician - Abilene, TX (TP&D)

CompanyTexas Department of Transportation
LocationAbilene
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will perform a variety of administrative and office support tasks, including answering phones, maintaining records, and assisting with inventory. The role involves following specific instructions and is subject to frequent review by a supervisor.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
6730
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency. Find out more at www.txdot.gov. “Like” us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/txdot ; and follow us on Twitter, www.twitter.com/txdot .
About the Role

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



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:

•    Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
•    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.

Key Skills
Administrative SupportTelephone SkillsConfidentialityInventory ManagementDocument ProcessingWarehousing DutiesInformation DisseminationRecord KeepingCommunication SkillsCustomer Service
Categories
AdministrativeCustomer Service & SupportEducation