Intern Engineering Support - Information Technology Div.

We are seeking interns to learn and provide support for geospatial and remote sensing technologies.  This support will include the operation of hardware such as UAS/drones, stationary and mobile robotic equipment, and traditional surveying instruments.  In-office support will include the use of computer aided design and drafting applications (“CADD”), field data processing, imagery (e.g., 3D imaging support), modeling support, and general engineering services.  

Interns will have the opportunity to assist in providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to internal employees. Interns will work closely with experienced IT professionals, learning valuable skills and contributing to the smooth functioning of our IT systems. This role requires a passion for technology, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of IT support. 

Essential Duties:

- Support of Remote Sensing data collection
- Support of Remote Sensing hardware usage (UAS, LiDAR, Robotics)
- Enterprise engineering software implementation and deployment
- Software package deployment
- Customer centric support and technical help desk support
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw
valid conclusions
- Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program or arts degree program in an accredited college or university.

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:

•    Enrolled in an engineering or related science or arts degree program in an accredited college or university, preferred.
•    Study and interest in Remote Sensing, Robotics, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Computer Information Systems, and/or Management Information Systems is highly preferred.
 

Competencies:

-Knowledge of office practices and customer service practices. 
-Skill in standard Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
-Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Use of proper business etiquette and communications, security protocols with sensitive and confidential information, and basic office equipment
- Adherence to applicable safety standards, practices, and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Required to wear protective hard hat, or other personal protective equipment/devices.

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.

• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.

• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.

• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).

• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position.

• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.

• Standing-prolonged periods of time.

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.

• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts.

• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.