2025 Summer Internship (Information Technology)
2025 Internship (Information Technology)
The Management of Information Systems Department at the Jefferson County Department of Health is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented summer intern to join our team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of information systems management and support. The intern will work closely with our experienced team members, gaining valuable insights into the operations of a public health organization and contributing to meaningful projects that impact our community. *This is a paid internship opportunity. Students can work up to one year from their hire date if they are enrolled in school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Computer Decommissioning and Staging: The intern will assist with the decommissioning of outdated computers, ensuring that all data is securely wiped before disposal. They will also help with the staging of new computers, including installing operating systems, configuring settings, and preparing the devices for use by staff members.
- Software Testing: The intern will conduct thorough testing of web applications, mobile applications, and various user scenarios to ensure that our software solutions are functional, user-friendly, and meet the needs of our staff and clients. This includes identifying and reporting bugs, suggesting improvements, and collaborating with developers to implement changes.
- PC Technician Support: The intern will provide support in PC technician roles, which involves communicating with end users to understand their technical issues, tracking down information to resolve problems, interacting with vendors to obtain necessary resources, writing clear and concise documentation, searching for drivers, and researching new and improved approaches to enhance our IT infrastructure.
Department/Division
Information Technology
Knowledge-Skills:
- Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to analyze facts, exercise sound judgment, and to arrive at sound conclusions.
- Ability to use modern office methods, techniques and equipment; and computer skills.
Eligibility: Summer Intern (Classification No. 92732 Unclassified):
- Student must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college and have completed their freshman year by January 2025.
- Student must have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Student must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
- Student must pass a pre-employment background check.
- Student must be eligible to work in the United States and provide required documentation. *JCDH does not offer work sponsorship.
Pay Rate:
- $15.00/ hour
Application Process: Candidates must complete an online application and attach the items listed below. All application items must be submitted as a complete package. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Applicants selected for a JCDH internship must submit to pre-employment background and drug screening and complete all required administrative paperwork prior to beginning the internship. The selected applicants must also attend an orientation at the JCDH at the beginning of the internship on a date to be determined.
Apply here (Jefferson County Health Department) (Careers/Internship)
- Complete online application, resume, One Letter of Recommendation (advisor), Current official College/University transcript