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Grade: Technical 401

Pay Range: $28.60 - $42.93

Job Description

Job Summary

*PART-TIME, 10-15 hours/week*

Craft Education (acquired by WGU September 2024) is seeking an intern to join our growing engineering team for a part-time internship opportunity. Interns will be exposed to a variety of technical projects revolving around Craft's scaling SaaS Platform.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining and updating departmental databases, spreadsheets, and content management systems
• Assist in developing and testing software applications using Java and Angular frameworks.
• Contribute to building and deploying applications on AWS cloud services
• Support the implementation and troubleshooting of office technology, software applications, and digital tools
• Help create and update technical documentation, user guides, and standard operating procedures
• Perform data entry, validation, cleanup, and basic reporting using Excel, Google Sheets, or database tools
• Aid in system testing, form development, and workflow automation projects using platforms like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, or institution-specific tools
• Provide first-level technical support to staff and faculty, including software setup, printer troubleshooting, and login/access issues
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives through research, analysis, and documentation
• Collaborate with IT staff or business analysts on technology-driven projects or service requests
• Present a final project or summary of learning to the team at the end of the internship.

This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic understanding of databases, spreadsheets, and office productivity tools (e.g., Excel formulas, Google Forms, SharePoint)
• Familiarity with help desk, ticketing systems, or cloud-based tools is a plus
• Strong analytical, technical troubleshooting, and organizational skills
• Comfortable learning and using new systems and applications
• Ability to be comfortable with ambiguity and asking for help when needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow data security protocols
• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail

Experience

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Good foundation in Java programming and understanding of object-oriented principles.
• Exposure to front-end development with Angular (or similar JavaScript frameworks).
• Basic knowledge of AWS cloud services and cloud-native concepts.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship during the internship period.
• Must be in good academic standing with an expected graduation date.

Position & Application Details

Part-time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working less than 30 standard weekly hours): This is a part-time, regular position (classified for less than 30 SWH) that is eligible for vision and mental healthcare; flexible spending account; voluntary life insurance; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

Job Tags

Part time, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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