Jobs
Student Summer Internship Program
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Human Resources Division
Program Information
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's (TPWD) Intern program is primarily a Summer internship program for college students. Applications will be accepted at anytime, but transcripts must be sent after the Fall 2006 semester has been completed. Transcripts submitted for the internship must show the Fall semester grades. Intern job descriptions will be updated on the web throughout the Winter. The agency will not be able to determine how many interns TPWD will have or where the internships will be located until the funding is finalized.
The applicant is responsible for submitting a complete application package. A package includes the application, copies of official transcripts (not webcast grades) and the Authorization and Consent for Criminal History form.
Please note that the program is very competitive and those students interested in becoming a TPWD intern need to take the time to complete the application package.
Program Objective
To introduce interested college students, particularly women and minorities, to career opportunities in positions located statewide and job settings in which to gain practical experience and training in natural and cultural resource fields.
Program Duration and Funding
The summer internship program employment period normally begins in May and ends in August. Extensions beyond this time period may be allowed on a case-by-case basis and is dependent on funding and on agency/division needs, as are other opportunities for internships that may be available during the school year.
| College Student Classification | Earned Semester Hours | Hourly Rate of Pay | Salary Group | Functional Title | State Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freshman/Sophomore/Juniors | 0 – 89 | $9.29423 | A6 | Intern I | Clerk II |
| Seniors | 90+ | $10.22692 | A8 | Intern II | Clerk III |
| Graduate Student | BA/BS | $11.36154 | A10 | Intern III | Clerk IV |
Application Requirements
- Undergraduate OR graduate college student enrolled in an accredited college or university at time of application and continuing their education in the Fall. If the student graduates in May and does not continue with education in the Fall, the student is no longer eligible to be a TPWD Intern.
- Minimum of 12 semester credit hours from an accredited college or university on transcripts.
- Must have an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 grade point scale OR "Pass" on a Pass/Fail system.
- Must submit an Internship Application Form (PWD 068e)
(Word 469.5 KB) and Recruitment Activity Data Sheet (third page of Application form). - Must submit an Authorization and Consent for Disclosure of Criminal History Information (PWD 1039) (Word 62 KB) pt
Authorization and Consent for Disclosure of Criminal History Information (PWD 1039) (PDF 25.5 KB) form.
- Attach official current transcript(s) to application; copies will be accepted.
Submit Application and Current College Transcript to:
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Attention: Employment, Recruitment and Retention
4200 Smith School Road
Austin, Texas 78744
Have Questions?
Via e-mail: HR@tpwd.state.tx.us
Via phone: (512) 389-8788 or 800-792-1112
Via fax: (512) 389-4861
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744