SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

To apply for this position, select the “Apply Online” button. Complete your on-line applicant profile and the State of Texas Application for Employment. TxDMV does not accept paper applications.

·You will be required to attach a resume to your application which will be used for screening purposes.

·Please ensure your résumé is detailed and specific, including a full employment history (full time or part time), education, licenses, and skills.

·Your résumé must include the month and year for start and end dates for each listed employer.

·Failure to fully complete the application requirements and pre-screening questions may disqualify you for consideration for this position.

Applicants who require accommodation for the interview process should contact Human Resources at 512-465-4043 when contacted to schedule an interview.

This position is required to work in office at TxDMV headquarters located in Austin, TX five days per week Monday through Friday with some opportunity to telework as necessary for department efficiency. Selected candidate must reside within the greater Austin area.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Our mission at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is to serve, protect and advance the citizens and industries in the state with quality motor vehicle related services. We are a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries.

Summer Internships are available at the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV). The Summer Internship positions are available to students enrolled in or recently graduated from an accredited college, university, or technical school.Summer Internships are paid, full-time, temporary employment positions that begin no earlier than May 15, 2026, and end no later than August 31, 2026.

This Summer Internship position will be in the Office of General Counsel Division (OGC)This position performs or assists with legal assistant work, including researching, analyzing, drafting and revising legal documents and other communications; implementing the TxDMV records retention policy; identifying confidential documents and processing them accordingly; and administrative duties, including making photocopies, scanning and filing documents, and processing mailThe Summer Intern will gain experience with the requirements of the Public Information Act and the state records retention laws and rules, and with providing support for attorneys practicing administrative law in Texas. Works under direct supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and some independent judgment. This is an in-person position at the TxDMV Headquarters at 4000 Jackson Avenue, Austin, Texas 78731, with no opportunity for remote work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Revises the Board Training Manual for clarity, engagement, and ease of use.

Drafts, reviews, prepares and/or edits pleadings, motions, briefs, petitions, notices, orders, legal correspondence, and other documents.

Proofreads attorney work product. Checks citations, quotations, footnotes, and references for accuracy.

Assists the Records Management Officer with ensuring compliance with applicable records management statutes and administrative rules.

Performs administrative duties, including making photocopies, processing mail, digitizing, organizing, and disposing of paper records from the office.

Assists with responding to public information requests.

Required to attend work regularly and adhere to approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Skill in understanding and processing information.

Skill in the use of office equipment, computers, and applicable software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Ability to copy-edit documents for grammar, formatting, spelling, and accuracy.

Ability to communicate effectively.

The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills held or performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Currently enrolled or graduated within the past 12 months from an accredited college, university, vocational, trade, or technical school with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher.

At least 18 years of age

Eligible to work in the United States

We will require an official transcript to be provided to Human Resources for review prior to starting with TxDMV.

Preferred Requirements:

Experience with or knowledge of processing public information responses for a Texas state agency.

Experience with or knowledge of corporate or governmental records retention processes.

Experience with or knowledge of information science, including libraries, records management, or records privacy.

Prior paralegal, administrative, or clerical experience, particularly experience working for a Texas state agency.

Knowledge of legal research methods and techniques.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION AND/OR LICENSURE

A valid Class "C" driver's license is required. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 90 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct department business.

Job offers and continuation of employment is contingent upon:

• Proof of education and experience listed on the application
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background check and driver’s record check
• Compliance with Selective Service registration for males ages 18-25
• Required to attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with department policies and procedures.

MILITARY

If selected for the position the following must be provided for proof of military employment preference:

• Veterans must provide form DD 214
• Surviving Spouse or Orphan must provide DD 1300 or DD 214.

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes that may correspond to the state classification title for this position are listed on the State Auditor’s Office Job Descriptions; click on the occupational category for the position. Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor’s Office Military Crosswalk Guide

The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The TxDMV provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodation, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance on 512-465-4043.