Intern Engineering Support - Athens; Summer

Job Description

TxDOT’s Tyler District is excited to announce internship positions that will primarily work the months of May through August. Annually, over 1,000 College and High School students from across Texas and beyond select the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) as their employer of choice during the summer months. For them, it’s a dream come true, a coveted accomplishment. Did you know that members of our Executive Leadership team and District Leadership team were paid interns at TxDOT?

A paid internship is a great opportunity to explore what TxDOT has to offer to the citizens of Texas, expand your knowledge acquired from school, and possibly serve as a gateway to future job opportunities with the agency. It is no surprise that many students choose to come back to TxDOT year-after-year to rejoin our team. TxDOT’s Employment Program provides current high school and college students the opportunity to gain valuable paid hands‑on experience.

You have nothing to lose and lots to gain such as invaluable work experience that can carry you into the future. Make the choice and join TxDOT for your brighter tomorrow today.

Minimum Salary: $19.00

Maximum Salary: $21.88

Pay Basis:
Hourly

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Work Location:

Athens Area Engineer/Maint 2400 NE LOOP 7 Athens 75751

Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift: Day (Mon–Fri; 8–5)

Location Flexibility:
Onsite

• 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).

Assist 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.

Compile information from microfilm records and other archival materials.

Develop spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.

Gather basic data and assist with routine statistical analysis.

Inspect construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.

Inspect materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and/or conduct laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, move items related to these duties.

Inspect routine maintenance contract work.

Obtain material samples for analysis and assist with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, move items related to these duties.

Perform data entry and computer‑aided analysis.

Perform mechanical and electrical repairs.

Perform survey work such as positioning rod and chain.

Perform traffic counts and gather related traffic and accident data.

Prepare base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction projects.

Prepare required worksheets and inspection reports.

Process various construction‑related documents and maintain construction project records.

Scan airport directory drawings; file and maintain related airport documents.

Use drafting equipment and perform hand or computer‑aided drafting and calculating work.

Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or…