Data Management Intern

About the Role

Performs entry‑level administrative and technical support work for the Information Technology Division at the Austin Stassney Campus. The work involves assisting with data management, data analysis, reporting, documentation, and AI/ML support activities using standard office and technology equipment, including a computer or laptop, Microsoft Office applications, collaboration tools, database or data‑analytics platforms, and other TxDOT‑approved systems. The position may assist with reviewing and organizing datasets, preparing or updating program documents, supporting analytics and dashboard requests, documenting business or technical requirements, and coordinating with ITD staff on assigned data‑management activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, training and evaluating machine learning models for various AI‑driven initiatives.
• Conduct data cleaning, preprocessing, and exploratory data analysis to support model development and improvement.
• Process data and analytics requests for the organization, including requests to support existing data analytics reports and dashboards maintained by the data management team.
• Assist with data exploration efforts for the data analytics team.
• Draft and review program documents, such as business requirements, technical specification documents, schedule amendments, training presentations, and other documents as directed.
• Assist with other data‑management activities as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a student in high school or other educational institution, or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.
• Must be at least 16 years of age and currently enrolled in high school or any institution of higher education, including trade/vocational schools.
• Employees aged 18 years or older with a valid driver’s license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference given to students enrolled in an Information Science, Data Science, Economics, or similar program at any level.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes.
• Light work: lift up to 20 lb at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lb.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Repetitive motion involving substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close visual acuity required for work with data, figures, computer screens, and extensive reading.

Benefits

• 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; recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents and Texas Mother‑Friendly Worksite.

Schedule

• Paid summer internship (may be extended into the fall on a part‑time basis).
• Part‑time employee status.
• Temporary position.