IT Student Intern

**ABOUT THE DISTRICT** ---------------------- Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years. Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver. Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us! **Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.** **ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT** ------------------------------- The Information Technology (IT) division supports the district?s mission and vision by providing technology-based services and support focused on digital equity, enabling secure and effective data culture, and future-focused sustainability. The IT division's major services areas include infrastructure \& network, enterprise client management, school-based site support, educational technologies, a centralized service center, device support and repair, business technology services, student technology services, information security, integration and identity services, enterprise data warehouse, and digital media tools. This department houses approximately 150 individuals that provide centralized technical services to the district. Approximately 30% of IT staff work with schools, students, and community members day-to-day. **HOURS AND DAYS WORKED** ------------------------- **Desired Start Date:** 08/24/2026**IT Student Intern** **Hourly Position** **FLSA:** Nonexempt **FTE:** .12500 , **Hours/Day:** 1\.000 , **Days/Year:** 260 **Salary Plan, Grade, Step:** TNO - Hourly - Non Negotiated , T79, 1 **Hourly Rate:** $15\.16 Effective as of: 01-01-2026 Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here. **PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT** ------------------------------- The successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54\.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance. **RESPONSIBILITIES** -------------------- SUMMARY: Support an IT team in technical tasks across various IT domains under the tutelage of professionals. While gaining hands-on experience, contribute to software development, project coordination, engineering tasks, troubleshooting, customer service, and equipment repair within IT department. Work on diverse projects, learn from experienced professionals, and enhance technical skills in a practical setting. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Engage in learning opportunities to develop the skills necessary to take on the responsibilities outlined below. Interact and communicate with stakeholders, including team members, clients, and vendors. Assist IT team members with documenting processes. Under guidance of IT team members use and implement new methods and tools to perform functions such as development and implementation of project plans; respond to requests for District data; examine new software and hardware and evaluate; devise, and recommend options. Provide technical assistance to customers via phone, email, remote sessions, or on-site, install, maintain and update hardware including; laptops, Chromebooks, workstations, mobile devices, printers, Audio/Video and conference room equipment. Perform other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE Successful completion of at least one programming/Computer Science related course. EDUCATION AND TRAINING Enrolled in a Jeffco Public Schools High School in an IT aligned CTE pathway. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OR REGISTRATIONS None KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Familiarity with basic development concepts such as design, coding and code management. Exposure to database queries using SQL tools. Familiarity with computer technology equipment. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. The physical requirements, mental requirements and work environment factors described below 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. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. There are no specific vision requirements for this position. MENTAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, and compile. The employee is regularly required to copy, instruct, and negotiate. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to low. Work will be performed from multiple locations including on site, in District buildings/office and remotely from your home. **SALARY** ---------- Jeffco Salary Schedules **BENEFITS** ------------ Jeffco Benefits **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** -------------------------------- The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.