Intern III - Seasonal

Trinity River Authority of Texas • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

This is an entry-level, temporary seasonal position that primarily assists with a variety of situations, projects, and assignments. Tasks are generally routine, with deviations or decisions supported or approved by upper-level staff. Duties vary by assignment and may include administrative support, project and budget activities, correspondence and report preparation, meeting coordination, records management, and data entry. The position receives ongoing detailed supervision and follows standard procedures or task-specific instructions, referring unusual situations to a supervisor or more senior employee.

This position is intended for seasonal part-time employees, and seasonal part-time status should not extend longer than three to nine months. Permanent-employee benefits for vacation, sick leave, pension, hospitalization, life insurance, and other benefits are not provided. There is potential for full-time employment.

Administrative internships are almost always performed in an office environment, though some field work may be required. Operations and maintenance internships may involve adverse weather, odors, noise, chemical hazards, gases, dust, prolonged standing, walking stairs, climbing ladders, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.

Requirements

• Two or more years of college coursework in the area required by the position.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Coursework in the area required by the position.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Basic knowledge in the area required by the position and knowledge of basic mathematical calculations.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tools such as MS Planner.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare graphs, charts, and exhibits and understand spreadsheets, budgets, and prioritization tools, if required by the assignment.
• Ability to evaluate situations, analyze problems, make decisions needed for corrective measures with some direction, and follow standard operating procedures.
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with data analysis or reporting tools such as Power BI or Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to interpret contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly with TRA management and assist with drafting correspondence and reports, including supporting material, for review and approval.
• Participate in project team meetings and discussions about budget instructions and planning; assist with budget reviews and preparation of flow charts and budget-process instructions as assigned.
• Perform basic word processing, proofreading, and distribution of reports and correspondence while maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with a manager’s calls, messages, and schedule, and provide reminders about commitments as assigned.
• Schedule meetings, reserve rooms, and attend meetings and record minutes when required.
• Provide other administrative support to the department as needed.
• Assist with documentation and record-keeping of activities and work performed, and enter data into the computerized maintenance management system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree