TPWD - Intern I-II-III (Architecture/Engineering Intern)

Job Description:

TPWD - Intern I-II-III (Architecture/Engineering Intern)

Description

TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

PLEASE NOTE:

All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed.

Job history and volunteer experience should be listed in the work history section of the application to receive credit towards meeting the minimum requirements. Part-time experience credit is prorated based on the duration and hours worked per week. Please indicate hours worked for part-time/temporary/seasonal experience. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete.

Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state 'unknown' for any incomplete fields. If education is used to meet the minimum requirements of the job posting, a copy of a college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be provided if you are selected for an interview.

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A copy of a current college transcript, ISSUED FROM THE REGISTRAR with a signature and/or school watermark, must be attached to the application at time of submission. The transcript must show current GPA, credits, and current enrollment or recent graduation date.

DEGREE PLANS OR GRADES FROM A STUDENT SELF-SERVICE PORTAL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Omission of a transcript will be the basis for disqualification.

International degrees must be accompanied with an evaluation of the comparable academic qualification. There are several associations related to degree evaluations that can be contacted to obtain the required documentation (i.e. Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), etc.).



APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login. CAPPS Recruit, https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en


MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY CODES:

Job Classification

Service

Military Specialty

Clerk I-III

Army

15P, 42A, 56M, 68G, 420A

Clerk I-III

Navy

AZ, CS, LS, LSS, PS, RP, RS, SN, YN, YNS, 741X

Clerk I-III

Coast Guard

SK, YN, F&S, PERS

Clerk I-III

Marine Corps

0100, 0111, 0161, 3051, 3372, 3432, 4133, 6042, 6046, 6617, 6672, 0160, 0170

Clerk I-III

Air Force

3FSX1, 8A200

*More information on military occupational specialty codes can be found below:

https://www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MilitaryCrosswalkGuide.pdf

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE:

If you choose to claim military employment preference as outlined by the State of Texas, you must attach the required documentation referenced below at the time your application is submitted . If you have questions regarding this requirement, please visit our Military Employment Reference page at https://tpwd.texas.gov/jobs/veterans/ .

Required forms that will need to be attached with application for Military Employment Preference:
Veteran- DD214 showing honorable discharge or Statement of Service (only for transitioning service members who have not reached their date of separation). Surviving spouse of a veteran who has not remarried- Marriage Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Orphan of a veteran killed while on active duty- Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300 or appropriate documentation. Spouse of a member of the US Armed Forces/Texas National Guard serving on Active Duty- Marriage Certificate and copy of spouses active-duty military orders. Spouse of a veteran with disability and is the primary income for household- Marriage Certificate, Veterans DD214, and VA Benefits Summary Letter showing disability rating.
Documentation must be attached to the application before military preference can be granted.


BENEFITS:

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, telework, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return to Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period. Click HERE to view our Benefits page.

HIRING CONTACT: Lisa "Christy" Seals , (512) 389-4635

PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: Design/Project Management, 4200 Smith School Road Austin, Texas 78744

GENERAL DESCRIPTION :

Come help us build better outside this summer!

Under the direction of the Program Manager within the Design Project Management Branch, this summer internship position is an opportunity to work with practicing professional architects, landscape architects and engineers on projects for multiple divisions within Texas Parks and Wildlife (State Parks, Wildlife, Fisheries, Law Enforcement). The work of this position will be geared to the selected applicant's skillset and may include architectural and/or engineering design work, 3d rendering, work on design guidelines for common building types (Headquarters, Restrooms, Bunkhouses), Sharepoint web design, and additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.


Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university or recent graduate within the last 6 months (December 2024).

Minimum of 18 completed semester credit hours from an accredited college or university at time of application.

Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale or "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.

Experience :

none required.

Licensure :

Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Current degree path is in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or closely related

field as determined by the Hiring Manager.

Experience :

Work experience in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or closely related field as

determined by the Hiring Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

Knowledge of design processes.

Skill in effective verbal and written communication.

Skill in AutoCAD, Sketch-up or other 3-D modeling program

Skill in presenting complex information in clear, graphic and written formats

Skill in using pdf editing software (Bluebeam, Acrobat, other)

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point.

Skill in Sharepoint or other web design

Ability to communicate effectively with team members and the public.

Ability to work independently once given a task

Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Internship duration and work week schedule to be mutually determined by supervisor and intern.

Required to work 40 hours per week that includes various schedules, hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday, and holidays.

Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety procedures.

Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

TPWD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER



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Closing Date: Mar 13, 2025, 11:59:00 PM