Administrative/ Business Consultant Intern, Transportation and Natural Resources

Join Travis County Transportation and Natural Resources as an Administrative/Business Consultant Intern and gain hands-on experience supporting projects that improve County operations and services. In this internship, you will work alongside professionals across departments, contributing to process improvement initiatives, research, data analysis, and organizational projects. This opportunity provides valuable exposure to local government operations while helping you develop business, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Common degree plans eligible for the Administrative/Business Consultant Internship (majors and/or minors):

• Management Information Systems (MIS)
• Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Business Administration
• Public Administration
• Communications
   

Responsibilities:

The Administrative/Business Consultant Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting departmental operations while contributing to the improvement and expansion of the TNR Hub SharePoint site. Interns are expected to be dependable, engaged, and proactive in their learning by asking thoughtful questions, meeting deadlines, and actively participating in assigned activities.
 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting staff with administrative, operational, and project-related tasks.
• Assisting with the organization, enhancement, and maintenance of the TNR Hub SharePoint site.
• Reviewing existing content and recommending improvements to site structure, navigation, and user experience.
• Assisting with project coordination, communication efforts, and documentation development.
• Creating and updating SharePoint pages, resources, guides, and other informational materials.
• Attending staff meetings, trainings, site visits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience 

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and have completed at least 30 credit hours.
• Pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Systems, Business Administration, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Communications, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in business process improvement, knowledge management, organizational effectiveness, technology solutions, or local government operations.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: 

This position requires the ability to work on-site at our Downtown Austin office (days to be determined).

Skill in: 

• Gathering, interpreting, and summarizing technical information
• Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Verbal and written communication
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reports and presentations

Ability to: 

• Manage time well, perform, and prioritize multiple tasks
• Meet deadlines and produce projects in a timely manner while managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Work across various teams
• Research, compile, analyze, and interpret products and reports
• Active listening and openness to feedback
• Willingness to support colleagues on shared projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Able to attend Leadership Training

Benefits:
 

• Practical experience in county government operations
• Professional mentorship and networking opportunities
• Contribution to meaningful projects that benefit the community