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Intern Graduate Support Technician - Public Transportation Division

CompanyTexas Department of Transportation
LocationAustin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 24, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
This role involves performing routine administrative support work across a wide range of tasks for the department, including analyzing data and assisting in the development and maintenance of databases. Essential duties also include aiding in the collection of field data and compiling it into a statewide database, along with supporting special projects.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
6773
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 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.


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)

Key Skills
Data AnalysisStatistical TechniquesDatabase MaintenanceField Data CollectionData CompilationSpecial ProjectsCommunicationDatabase Management SystemsComputer ProficiencyConfidentiality
Categories
Government & Public SectorAdministrativeData & AnalyticsTransportationScience & Research