Human Resources Year Round Intern - Pharr TX at Texas Department of Transportation

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:

• Answers the telephone, evaluates requests, answers questions, routes messages, and/or serves as receptionist or front desk assistant.
• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Assists in processing routine documents such as vouchers, personnel records, titles or registrations.
• Disseminates information to the public.
• Makes copies and distributes as instructed.
• Opens, sorts, and distributes mail.
• Performs preliminary research on assignments and gathers pertinent data.
• Performs routine word processing duties and conducts quality checks of documents created.
• Runs errands as required.
• Administrative duties and audit support.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Must be a student currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education to include a trade/vocational school.

Other Conditions:

• Must be 16 years of age.
• Must be able to work at least 20 hours per week.
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.
  
  

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 read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Position Information

Thinking about kickstarting your career in Human Resources? Join us at TxDOT’s HR Division as an Intern Support Technician in the Pharr district office! This year-round role is perfect for someone eager to learn the ropes of HR while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive, professional environment.

You’ll help with everything from audits and event coordination to administrative tasks, HR meetings and projects, all while working alongside a team that loves what they do. Fun fact: many of our Executive Leaders started as interns, so who knows where this journey could take you! If you’re organized, quick to learn, detail oriented, able to meet deadlines and perform clerical tasks and passionate about customer service, this could be your first step toward an amazing career with TxDOT.

Pay Rate: (A11) $19.00/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)

Job

School

Schedule

Part-time

Employee Status

Temporary

Job Type

Temporary Work

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Dec 16, 2025, 4:16:24 PM

State Job Title/s

Clerk III

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

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Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants