Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleStudent Assistant Internship (Dedicated Support- Tax), Ref# 10973

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%

Schedule

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

Location

County Albany

Street Address Harriman Campus Rd, Building 8A

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12203

Job Specifics

Duties Description This position is responsible for analysis, program development and testing of agency application systems. Illustrative duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Coding, testing and maintenance of Java/J2EE applications that are compliant with program specifications and coding standards
• Creating detailed program design specifications for system implementations, integrations, and enhancements
• Utilizing relevant programming languages, queries, utilities, maintenance tools, and relational databases (e.g. AIX DB2) to troubleshoot, update, and modify the various components
• Identifying issues for which a technical solution is required and assisting in continued improvement
• Communicating technical issues and information effectively, both verbally and in writing, with functional and technical staff to gather technical requirements
• Identifying business requirements to develop automated applications which meet business priorities
• Collaborating effectively within a team environment, as well as members of other teams as necessary
• Providing support for end-users and troubleshooting help desk tickets and data issues
• Utilizes the following technologies in order to perform assigned duties:? C++, C#, PowerBuilder, GIS, HTML/XHTML, Java, Javascript, Visual C++, Visual C#, XML, .NET

Preferred Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Analytical skills
• Proficient with programming fundamentals
• Adaptability to learn new tools and languages.

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.

How to Apply

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 April 21, 2026. If you have any issues with the form, please contact ITS Student Assistant Program by email at internship@its.ny.gov.