Primary Purpose:

This intern position will serve as a part time position in which the primary responsibilities will be assisting the Software & Development team with customer service and programming tasks with the goal of learning  the coding standards and product development lifecycle of Region 16 applications. This position will include collaborating with programmers and implementation associates to develop technical skills, gain exposure to real-world software development practices, and assist in creating innovative solutions to complex problems.

This position will be part time consisting of up to 19.5 hours per week. For students still enrolled in a college or university, the fall and spring interim student hours will be flexible with the student's schedule. We are seeking active students at West Texas A&M University or Amarillo College for this position or students who have just graduated. 

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
• A high school diploma or GED required 
• Must be currently working on an Associate or Bachelor's degree in technology through Amarillo College or West Texas A&M University 
• Skills:
• Working knowledge of C# required
• Working knowledge of Angular or other programming languages preferred  
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Databases preferred
• Working knowledge of GIT preferred

Working Conditions:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Must be physically able to tolerate prolonged sitting, frequent standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting, and standing
• Motion: Must be physically able to tolerate frequent standing and walking, repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching, occasional driving
• Lifting: Must be physically able to tolerate regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or more) 
• Environment: Must be physically able to work inside; tolerate occasional regionwide and/or statewide travel; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Must be able to work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours on occasion
• Regular Attendance is an essential function

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Participate in SCRUM processes with the development team.
• Assist the development team with testing and debugging of code.
• Contribute to documentation of applications and processes.
• Utilize Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, SSMS, and Azure DevOps to perform junior developer tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains a professional level of confidentiality and security of data.
• Assists implementation team with tasks as necessary.
• Provides assistance to clients within all Region 16 applications.
• Maintains open communication and confidentiality with clients.
• Maintains a functioning cell phone and is accessible through this phone as deemed appropriate by the director. A functioning cell phone means that it is charged, activated, messages checked, and mailbox emptied regularly.
• Reports for work ready to perform responsibilities.
• Performs duties that directly and/or indirectly impact student performance in Region 16.
• Maintains a professional level of confidentiality regarding all ESC matters.
• Supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the ESC strategic plan.
• Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the ESC safety program.
• Performs professional responsibilities as required by ESC policies, processes, and procedures.
• Manages time, calendar, and job responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Meets proficiency levels of required technology skills as outlined by supervisor.
• Incorporates appropriate technology in daily work and exhibits continual growth in technologies as outlined by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.