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)

The communications intern works with the Odessa District public information office to support TxDOT's mission and goals in the Permian Basin. Please note that while technical skills are appreciated, a willingness to learn and an interest in websites and digital communications is most valuable.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in writing and editing social media posts, news releases, media advisories and other project related materials.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments; gathers pertinent data.
• Assists in the creation of informational slides and other informational materials.
• Helps update internal/external websites as needed.
• Attends meetings and events as assigned.
• Maintains files/records/logs and performs other data entry tasks as needed.
• Performs routine word processing duties; edits and proofs own work.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference for communications and website content management experience.

Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• An eagerness to learn from experts across different fields
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Established skills in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience working with content management systems
• Demonstrated the ability to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants