Culture and Experience (CX) Engagement Intern (Fall 2026)

WHO WE ARE:

Service, Respect, and Connection are core to the individual and collective TRS experience. We know that great service rests on a foundation of relationships that connect us all to an empowering and rewarding career. At TRS, we’re inspired by our community who bring authenticity and commitment to our mission to improve the retirement security of public education employees and retirees throughout Texas.

As a group of achievers, we tap collaboration and innovation to raise the bar in performance, administering and counseling pensions and healthcare benefits to ensure certainty for the future of our members. We invite you to join us, where both personal and career growth are respected and where you can make a difference in our members’ lives every day.

Internship: This position is a paid, part-time, limited term assignment that offers interns the opportunity to gain substantive hands on experience. Interns enjoy the opportunity to get training and mentoring from experienced professionals in one or more areas.

The Culture & Experience (CX) Intern will support key employee engagement, recognition, and culture initiatives that contribute to a positive employee experience at TRS. This role will assist with planning and coordinating employee programs and events, creating communications, maintaining program information, and providing administrative support for Culture & Experience activities. The intern will work closely with the Culture & Experience team and employees across the agency while contributing to projects that foster connection, engagement, and organizational culture.

This will be a part-time (19 hours), limited-term assignment that will need to report our Austin offices at least two days per week. We are wanting this position to start in October, 2026, with the possibility of continuing into the spring semester.

 Salary will be dependent upon education level:
Undergraduate (Junior or Senior) - $19.50/hour
Graduate Student - $21.00/hour


WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Program and Operational Support
• Assists with the administration and day-to-day support of Culture & Experience programs and initiatives.
• Maintains tracking tools, calendars, databases, records, and program documentation.
• Helps organize resources, templates, and digital files to ensure information is accurate and accessible.
• Supports data collection, reporting, and basic analysis activities that help evaluate program effectiveness and participation.
• Assists with routine administrative tasks and process coordination to support team operations.
Employee Engagement & Program Support
• Supports employee-focused initiatives that promote connection, engagement, and community.
• Supports employee engagement, recognition, and culture-building initiatives across the agency.
• Assists with employee resource groups (ERGs), committees, councils, and other employee-focused programs.
• Helps coordinate participation, registrations, communications, and program materials.
• Assists in gathering employee feedback, success stories, and program insights to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Supports initiatives that foster connection, collaboration, inclusion, and a positive employee experience.
Communication & Content Support
• Drafts, edits, and formats communications, announcements, presentations, and promotional materials.
• Assists with updating SharePoint pages, digital resources, and communication channels.
• Supports newsletters, awareness campaigns, and employee communications designed to increase engagement and participation.
• Helps collect, organize, and maintain photos, highlights, stories, and other content for communications and reporting purposes.
• Assists with developing visually appealing materials that promote programs and initiatives.
Event & Project Coordination Support
• Assists with planning, preparation, coordination, and follow-up activities for employee events and programs.
• Supports meeting logistics, scheduling, attendee communications, and materials preparation.
• Helps track project milestones, action items, timelines, and deliverables.
• Provides event-day support, including setup, participant assistance, and engagement activities.
• Collaborates with team members and stakeholders to ensure successful execution of events and special projects.

• Performs related work as assigned.
 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
Required Education
• Currently enrolled in and actively attending an accredited college or university as an undergraduate student with a declared major in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, Event Management or a closely related field AND within 12 months of graduation, OR
• Currently enrolled in and actively attending an accredited college or university as a graduate student (Master or Doctoral) in Human Resources, Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, Event Management or a closely related field AND within 12 months of graduation.
• Applicant will be required to submit a copy of official college transcript.
Required Experience
• None.
Required Registration, Certification, or Licensure
• None.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience planning or supporting events, programs, or group activities.
• Experience creating written communications, presentations, or promotional materials.
• Proficiency in Canva or similar graphic design tools.
• Experience using SharePoint, Teams, or other collaboration platforms.
• Leadership experience through student organizations, clubs, or volunteer activities.
• Interest in employee engagement, organizational culture, or employee experience initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
• Basic office and administrative practices.
• Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, and Teams.
• Basic level proficiency in Canva.
Skills in:
• Written and verbal communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Customer service and interpersonal communication.
• Time management and prioritization.
Ability to:
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Learn new systems, processes, and technologies.
• Interact professionally with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Handle information with professionalism and discretion.

 

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Codes:
Veterans, Reservists or Guardsmen with experience in the Military Occupational Specialty ( https://www.trs.texas.gov/files/trs-military-crosswalk.xlsx ) along with the minimum qualifications listed above may meet the minimum requirements and are highly encouraged to apply. Please contact Talent Acquisition at  careers@trs.texas.gov  with questions or for additional information.

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For more information, visit www.trs.texas.gov.