Human Resources Intern

TxDOT is looking for a Year-Round Intern to join our Human Resources team in Odessa, TX.   You'll gain hands-on administrative experience while increasing your exposure to key functions within the human resources field.  This position is part-time (20 hours per week).  A paid internship is a great opportunity for students to explore what TxDOT has to offer and possibly serve as a gateway to future job opportunities with the agency.  At TxDOT, you will join a workforce that is passionate about their careers and dedicated to serving the citizens of Texas.  Apply now! 

To qualify, students must:

• Be 16 years old.
• Be a U.S. Citizen or be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Be currently enrolled as a student at a high school, technical school, college or university.
• Must be available to work in Odessa, TX

Description

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Sorts and files documents, paper and electronic.
• Enters data into various Human Resources systems.
• Conducts data audits/updates - Education, Driver's License, Safety Impact, Professional Engineer, Emergency Contact and other system information, as assigned.
• Assists in event preparation, including but not limited to: New Employee Orientation, Recruiting, Wellness and other district events as needed.
• Gains exposure to Human Resources-related issues (observing conversations & presentations; assisting with other tasks as needed)
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

As necessary, Interns working more than one consecutive semester will continue to develop in the following area:

• Draft job postings
• Independently run reports and learn to review/analyze confidential data
• Conduct portions of New Employee Orientation
• Assist with due diligence tasks
• Develop presentations
• Represent TxDOT at recruiting events
• Other more advanced special projects or assignments

Preferred Qualifications:  

Majoring in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)