Comptroller - Programmer Analyst Summer Intern
TEMPORARY POSITION
Summer Internship Position will begin June 1, 2025 and will end August 8th, 2025. (40 hours per week)
Please note: Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. We do not offer housing support however, if you live outside of the Austin area and need assistance with housing referrals or housing search support, contact us at 512-475-3560.
Applications must be filed at
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00047600
Agency Work Hours
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday. May occasionally work evenings, weekends, or holiday. Hours may change based on business needs. This position may be eligible for a flexible/hybrid work schedule if certain conditions are met; working arrangements may change at any time as business necessitates.
Are you ready to grow, make a positive impact? If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence best describes the culture here at the Comptroller’s Office. We take pride in the work we do serving as Texas' accountant, tax collector, treasurer, and much more! The Comptroller’s office serves virtually every citizen in the state. As Texas’ chief tax collector, accountant, revenue estimator, treasurer and purchasing manager, the agency is responsible for writing the checks and keeping the books for the multi-billion-dollar business of state government.
Our agency workforce is as diverse as the people of Texas we serve. We value our employees and take very seriously our collective commitment to public service. Personal development opportunities are strongly encouraged through available workshops, teambuilding exercises, and on the job training. We offer flexible scheduling that helps employees maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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General Description
Performs entry-level computer programming, systems analysis, and coding tasks in support of the Statewide Financial Systems primarily utilizing the Python/Java programming language. Participates in the development of business requirements and performs application analysis, design, and programming. Conducts research on applications, issues and attends meetings to propose technical solutions for user requests. Works with Fiscal Management and Information Technology staff to plan and execute changes and enhancements to existing information systems. Assists with complex information technology systems implementations. Works under supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Qualifications - External
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior at an accredited four-year college or university, or a recent graduate within one year with major in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or Information Systems/Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
· Academic experience or Project related experience in the design and coding of web applications utilizing Python, Java, JavaScript and related front-end technologies.
· Academic experience or Project related experience in one of the Web development technologies and platforms (Python, Java, J2EE web applications)
Preferred Experience:
· Experience with modern JavaScript
· Experience with programming SQL and Relational Database Design.
· Experience programming HTML, XML, JSON, XSLT and CSS.
· Experience with Web Services and SOA (SOAP and RESTful API).
· Experience designing maintainable, scalable, and extensible Java applications.
· Experience developing (system design and programming) of information systems.
Summary of Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position requires the incumbent to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (standing and walking) is routinely required to carry out some duties. It requires extensive computer, telephone and client/customer contact. It requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Marginal or corrected visual and auditory requirements are required for reading printed materials and computer screens and communicating with internal and external customers.
Employees are required to use their personal mobile phones as a part of 2 factor/multi factor authentication for accessing CPA systems securely. You will also receive critical/emergency calls/texts on your cell phone to ensure immediate communication.
In this role you will:
· Assists with coding tasks in Python/Java language and related technologies based on business requirements; designs and codes applications adhering to established architecture, design & coding standards
· Supports and maintains existing systems, including procedures and technical manuals. Attends the section and/or division in meetings with users and/or management team.
· Assists with unit testing and writes documentation for computer systems. Develops instructions or manuals for end users.
· Assists business units with user acceptance testing, writing test plans and test data.
· Assists with developing diagrams and flowcharts used to represent operations and data flow for applications.
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Maximize Your Earnings!
At the Comptroller's office, we know potential employees are looking for more than just a paycheck. The agency offers a strong benefits package for you and your family. Insurance, retirement plans, and a flexible work schedule are just the start. See our benefits offering
If you are seeking to gain knowledge, build your career, and network among goal-oriented professionals, this is the place for you!
Important Note to the Candidate:
Salary is contingent upon qualifications. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
MILITARY PREFERENCE
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
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Applications submitted through Work in Texas:
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
The Comptroller’s Office is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity.
An applicant must be eligible to work in the United States to be hired at the Comptroller’s office and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment.