Ready to be at the intersection of heavy infrastructure and cutting-edge innovation? Join TxDOT’s Construction Division this summer for an internship that goes far beyond traditional paperwork. As we gear up to implement artificial intelligence across our operations, we need detail-oriented innovators to help us build the foundation! In this role, you will get hands-on experience with the essential documents that drive massive state projects. By executing critical data entry, digitization, and organization, you won't just be learning the language of construction management—you will be actively structuring the high-quality datasets required to power TxDOT's future AI systems. If you want to master industry documentation while helping a massive state agency step into the future of tech, apply today and leave a lasting digital impact on Texas roads.

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)

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS. Assists in transportation engineering support work such as construction or maintenance inspection, structural construction or maintenance, laboratory work, landscaping, surveying or engineering data collection, operating data collection equipment, and other entry-level engineering support work. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
  
• Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis.
  
• Prepares required worksheets and inspection reports.
  
• Processes various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records.
  
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.

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.

Competencies:

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
  
• Protects sensitive and confidential information.
  
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
  
• Research and analysis methodologies
  
• Using standard office equipment
  
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
  
• Follow verbal and written instructions
  
• Perform data entry

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
  
• 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
  
• 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

• 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.

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