Intern Engineering Support - Maintenance Division Roadside Facilities

Texas Department of Transportation • Austin, TX

4h

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an engineering or related science degree program in an accredited college or university accepted by TX PELS.
• 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.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Using basic mathematical fundamentals
• Collecting, sorting and compiling data
• Preparing correspondence/documents using correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; proofreading and reviewing documents for clarity and consistency
• Using standard office equipment
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Follow applicable safety standards, practices, and procedures

Responsibilities

• Compiles information from 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 vertical structures in accordance with plans and specifications.
• Inspects routine maintenance contract work.
• Performs data entry and computer-aided analysis.
• Prepares base sheets, details, specifications and estimates for architectural engineering construction projects.
• Uses drafting equipment and performs hand or computer-aided drafting and calculating work.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed