Travel Division Administration Intern (Social Media Coordinator)

Travel Division Administration Intern (Social Media Coordinator)The Travel Division Administration Section is seeking a motivated college student to work full-time as a year-round intern supporting both the Special Projects Team and the Travel Information Centers. This position provides hands-on experience in communications, marketing, social media management, tourism promotion, and public outreach while contributing to initiatives that support the Texas Department of Transportation's Travel Division. Choose to build your experience, expand your skills, and make a meaningful contribution to Texas travel and tourism by joining the Travel Division team. At TxDOT, you will join a team dedicated to serving Texans and promoting travel throughout the state. This internship offers valuable real-world experience, professional development opportunities, and exposure to statewide initiatives that can help prepare you for future career success.Work location: The selected candidate's work location may be Headquartered in Austin or any of the following 25 TxDOT District offices located in Abilene, Amarillo, Atlanta, Austin, Beaumont, Brownwood, Bryan, Corpus Christi, Childress, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, Laredo, Lubbock, Lufkin, Odessa, Paris, Pharr, San Angelo, San Antonio, Tyler, Waco, Wichita Falls, and Yoakum.Minimum Salary: 15.54Maximum Salary: 22.76Pay Basis: Hourly FLSA Status: NonexemptStassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744Other Locations: UST-Texas-Bryan, UST-Texas-Tyler, UST-Texas-El Paso, UST-Texas-Lubkin, UST-Texas-Corpus Christi, UST-Texas-Austin, UST-Texas-Amarillo, UST-Texas-San Antonio, UST-Texas-Laredo, UST-Texas-Abilene, UST-Texas-Atlanta, UST-Texas-Odessa, UST-Texas-Pharr, UST-Texas-Childress, UST-Texas-Yoakum, UST-Texas-San Angelo, UST-Texas-Wichita Falls, UST-Texas-Mesquite, UST-Texas-Brownwood, UST-Texas-Houston, UST-Texas-Beaumont, UST-Texas-Fort Worth, UST-Texas-Lufkin, UST-Texas-ParisTravel: No Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 20 hours during school; 40 hours during summer Location Flexibility: Onsite 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)Position DescriptionWill assist with social media and communications activities specifically for the Travel Information Centers while working closely with the Special Projects Team and TIC staff. Duties may include helping develop, schedule, and publish TIC-related social media posts, assisting with program content, monitoring TIC social media accounts for engagement opportunities, responding to comments and messages as directed, creating graphics and multimedia content, tracking performance metrics, researching industry trends, and helping implement social media campaigns that promote Texas travel, tourism, and TIC services.Employees at this level perform work following established guidelines and procedures and receive direction and regular feedback from their supervisor. Assignments provide opportunities to develop professional skills in communications, marketing, project coordination, customer engagement, and public service. Essential Duties:Assist with special projectsMaintain digital content librariesSupport website updatesPrepare reportsCoordinate promotional materialsAssist with event promotionConducting researchPerform administrative and clerical duties as assignedCreate, schedule, and publish social media content specifically for Travel Information Center programs and services.Assist with developing Travel Information Center (TIC) social media campaigns, program updates, and promotional strategies.Assist with managing TIC social media accounts, including monitoring activity, engagement, and basic performance metrics.Create and edit graphics, photos, videos, and other digital content.Research travel, tourism, and industry-related topics for content development.Assist with event promotion and public outreach efforts.Maintain digital content libraries and organizational records.Track campaign performance and prepare summary reports.Collaborate with the Special Projects Team and TIC staff on social media, special projects, and communication initiatives.Minimum Qualifications: Education: Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution. Other Conditions: 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. Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may use power tools. Preferred Qualifications:Current enrollment in an accredited college or university, preferably as a junior or senior.Coursework in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, digital media, business, tourism, or a related field.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Experience using social media platforms and content creation tools.Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.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.Job: SchoolSchedule: Part-timeEmployee Status: TemporaryJob Type: Temporary WorkJob Level: Non-ManagementJob Posting: Sep 16, 2026, 12:14:11 PMUnposting Date: Oct 1, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s : Clerk III State Job Code/s : 0059 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. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes . 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