Computer Science Intern

Job Ad

The City of Gainesville is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual who is innovative and forward thinking that will embrace the organization’s citizen-centered vision. The community, its elected leaders, and executive leadership team have embraced this vision.
The City of Gainesville Regional Utilities Customer Operations Project Management Office (PMO) Division currently has an opening for a qualified Intern to join our team to perform various tasks related to automated and computerized systems. The ideal intern will have a background in a computer and information sciences related field and have the flexibility and willingness to tackle any assignment.

A typical work day may include:

Analyzing and maintaining departmental automated/computerized systems

Evaluating and documenting software needs.

Produce data, information and reports based on requests.

Correct program errors or make modifications to departmental automated/computerized systems by revising coded instructions or altering the sequence of operations

Develop and write computer programs for input and retrieval of specific documents, data, and information

Configure departmental software applications and servers to ensure high availability

Design user interfaces

Working with various different technologies such as SAP, SQL Server Integration Services, FileMaker and Microsoft .NET Web Application Frame Work

Assist with other tasks as identified by Customer Operations PMO staff

Minimum Qualifications:

To be eligible for a City of Gainesville Internship, you must be currently enrolled in an institution of higher education and possess at least a 2.0 GPA

Must be pursuing a degree with major course work in Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering, Information Science, or other related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

A student in the sophomore level or above

Have relevant work experience in Information Technology, Computer Sciences, Computer Engineering, Information Science or other related field.

Have previous experience as an intern or in a co-op program

Microsoft Office experience, specifically Excel and Word expertise

SAP experience preferred

Excellent letter writing skills, including grammar and punctuation

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Programming knowledge and experience

Willingness and flexibility to take on new challenges.

Notes:

Student must be able to work a minimum of 15 hours per week. Preferably 12-20 hours a week in (3-8 hour) blocks of time.

Student must be available to work at least a minimum of two consecutive semesters. One (1) year is preferred
May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Embracing change is the Gainesville way of life.
Come join our team as we shift the culture from “No to Yes”, “from reactive to proactive,” “from policy-oriented to services-oriented", and “from silos to teams”.

Job Description

The City of Gainesville serves its citizens by providing police and fire protection, code enforcement, land use planning, road and traffic light system maintenance, parks, recycling services, small business development and cultural events, to name just a few.

Throughout the year based on departmental need, we have paid and unpaid Internship opportunities that allow students to assist us in delivering first-class service to Gainesville! Our Internships span from one to twelve months. Departments that have hosted Interns are:

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs

Human Resources

Gainesville Police Department

Gainesville Fire Rescue

Office of Management & Budget

Finance

Equal Opportunity

Community Redevelopment

Marketing & Communication

Public Works

To be eligible for a City of Gainesville Internship, you must be currently enrolled in an institution of higher education and possess at least a 2.0 GPA.

In addition to our competitive pay – if you are a paid Intern – and a great work environment, our Internship Program offers many benefits such as introducing students to government service via practical work experience with a flexible schedule, making available a network of professionals in each student’s chosen career field and allowing students to apply their academic knowledge in the "real world."

The selection process may include examinations, interviews, assessment centers, practical skills, etc. Background checks will be conducted on all new hires. Drug testing and credit checks may be required for certain positions. A Florida driver license with a good driving record may be required for some positions.