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AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleStudent Assistant Internship (Integrated Eligibility System), Ref# 9506

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $23.29 to $26.12 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? Yes

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 40 N Pearl Street, Floor 4

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Duties Description Software Development
Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of Java-based applications. This may involve working on various layers of applications, including front-end, back-end, and database interactions.
Collaboration
Work closely with senior developers, team leads, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, contribute to technical discussions, and integrate solutions within existing systems.
Code Quality and Best Practices
Participate in code reviews, adhere to established coding standards, and contribute to the improvement of development processes.
Debugging and Troubleshooting

Identify, analyze, and resolve issues in existing software applications across Java environments.
Documentation
Assist in creating and maintaining technical documentation related to software design, development, and functionality.
Learning and Growth
Actively learn and apply new concepts, tools, and technologies within Java ecosystems.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Programming Languages: Foundational understanding and practical experience with Java.
• Frameworks/Technologies: Familiarity with Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate) is beneficial.
• Database Knowledge: Basic understanding of relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL) and ability to write basic SQL queries. Basic understanding of algorithms and data structures.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications • Must be a US citizen or foreign national eligible to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be currently attending a New York State college, university or graduate program, or be a resident of New York State attending a college, university or graduate program outside of New York State
• Must have completed a minimum of one (1) year as a student at a degree-granting two or four-year college or university (completion of one year’s worth of academic credits over a more extended period of time may qualify part-time students) OR currently enrolled graduate student or accepted in a graduate degree program
• Must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or equivalent to a C.

Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

This position can be part time or full time.

Fingerprinting and background check may be required.

Benefits of Working for NYS for eligible employees:
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA
• Up to Eight (8) days of paid sick leave annually for M/C
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
• Up to 50% telecommuting

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Student Assistant Program

Telephone 518-473-8720

Fax

Email Address internship@its.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of Information Technology Services

Swan Street Building, Core 4

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on ApplyingPlease complete the Student Assistant Application: https://forms.ny.gov/s3/Student-Assistant-Application, no later than August 14, 2025. If you have any issues with the form, please contact ITS Student Assistant Program by email at internship@its.ny.gov.