2026 Engineering Intern: Austin District - Various Locations

Position Information

This position is for internships during the months of May-August

TxDOT's Austin District has job openings for Intern Engineering Support Techs at various offices across the Austin Metro Area.

Annually, over 500 College and High School students from across Texas and beyond select the Texas Department of Transportation as their employer of choice. A paid internship is a great opportunity to explore what TxDOT has to offer, expand your knowledge and skills, and possibly serve as a gateway to future job opportunities with the agency. Many students choose to join our team while they complete their college education.

At TxDOT, you will gain valuable experience working with skilled and licensed professionals to develop and enhance job skills through practical application.

Engineering Support Techs 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.

To qualify, students must:

• Must be 16 years old
• ==== or be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Be currently enrolled as a student at a high school, technical school, college or university.
• Note: Employees at least 18 years of age with a valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Possible Work Location(s):

• Austin District Headquarters: 7901 North IH 35, Austin TX 78753
• North Travis Area Office: 1001 E. Parmer Lane, Austin TX 78753
• South Travis Area Office: 1925 S. IH 35, Austin TX 78744
• Bastrop Area Office: 174 SH 21 East, Bastrop TX 78602
• Burnet Area Office: 3029 SH 29 East, Burnet TX 78611
• Georgetown Area Office: 2727 S Austin Ave, Georgetown TX 78626

Salary Plan/Grade:

• Intern Engineering Support: A11 ($18-$22/Hourly)

Benefits and Perks

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)

Position Description

This position 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.

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

Essential Duties:

• Compiles information from microfilm records and other archival materials.
• Develops spreadsheets, databases, and other electronic documents.
• Gathers basic data and assists with routine statistical analysis
• Inspects construction methods and workmanship to ensure contractors build roadways, bridges, airports, traffic signals and related highway structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Inspects materials, equipment, and production procedures in a manufacturing plant and conducts laboratory tests to ensure construction materials meet Department specifications; as required, moves items related to these duties.
• Inspects routine maintenance contract work.
• Obtains material samples for analysis and assists with routine lab testing including operation and cleaning of laboratory equipment; as required, moves items related to these duties.
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
• Performs mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Performs survey work such as positioning rod and chain.
• Performs traffic counts and gathers related traffic and accident data.
• Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for landscape construction projects. Prepares required worksheets and inspection reports.
• Processes various construction-related documents and maintains construction project records. Scans airport directory drawings; files and maintains related airport documents.
• Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

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.
• May require a valid driver's license at time of hire for employees at least 18 years or older.

License and Certifications:

• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Required to wear protective hard hat, or other personal protective equipment/devices.
• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection.
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling.
• Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s).
• Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position.
• Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing-prolonged periods of time.
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts.
• Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and assembly or fabrication parts.
• Visual Acuity-operate machines, such as drill presses, power saws, and mills.

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.