Intern - Web Applications Unit (I.T.)
Ada County Highway District (ACHD), Boise, ID, United States
Ada County Highway District (ACHD) is now accepting applications for an
Intern
position in the IT Department. This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on experience in enterprise IT operations while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. This is a paid internship with an hourly salary of $16.00 per hour.
This Intern position is available to full‑time students only. The Intern can work a flexible schedule with a maximum of 24 hours per week during the school year, and 40 hours per week during the school breaks.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist with research and exploration of new and emerging technologies, including AI‑assisted development and automation tools
Support innovative design and programming initiatives across web‑based applications
Contribute to development and testing of integrations between systems using:
APIs (RESTful and other modern frameworks)
Middleware and other integration approaches
Participate in prototyping and proof‑of‑concept development for new tools and solutions
Assist with data quality efforts, including:
Data cleanup and normalization
Identifying inconsistencies and improving data integrity
Collaborate with developers, analysts, and business units to understand needs and propose technical solutions
Document processes, findings, and technical implementations
Opportunities
Exposure to real‑world government IT systems and operations
Hands‑on experience with modern development practices and tools
Practical understanding of system integration and data workflows
Experience working with AI‑assisted development and emerging technologies
Opportunity to contribute to impactful civic technology initiatives
Integration of multiple software datasets using middleware and/or AI technologies
Qualifications
Current enrollment in an accredited college or university program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, basic frameworks)
Interest in learning about APIs, databases, and system integration
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Exposure to REST APIs or web services (desired)
Basic knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL) (desired)
Interest in AI, automation, or data engineering concepts (desired)
Experience with version control (e.g., Git) (desired)
Curiosity and willingness to experiment with new tools and technologies (desired)
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is inquisitive, adaptable, and eager to explore how modern technologies can be used to solve real‑world problems. This role is well‑suited for someone who enjoys both technical work and research, and who wants to be part of shaping innovative solutions in a public service environment.
An AA/EEO/ADA Employer
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations
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Intern
position in the IT Department. This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands‑on experience in enterprise IT operations while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. This is a paid internship with an hourly salary of $16.00 per hour.
This Intern position is available to full‑time students only. The Intern can work a flexible schedule with a maximum of 24 hours per week during the school year, and 40 hours per week during the school breaks.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist with research and exploration of new and emerging technologies, including AI‑assisted development and automation tools
Support innovative design and programming initiatives across web‑based applications
Contribute to development and testing of integrations between systems using:
APIs (RESTful and other modern frameworks)
Middleware and other integration approaches
Participate in prototyping and proof‑of‑concept development for new tools and solutions
Assist with data quality efforts, including:
Data cleanup and normalization
Identifying inconsistencies and improving data integrity
Collaborate with developers, analysts, and business units to understand needs and propose technical solutions
Document processes, findings, and technical implementations
Opportunities
Exposure to real‑world government IT systems and operations
Hands‑on experience with modern development practices and tools
Practical understanding of system integration and data workflows
Experience working with AI‑assisted development and emerging technologies
Opportunity to contribute to impactful civic technology initiatives
Integration of multiple software datasets using middleware and/or AI technologies
Qualifications
Current enrollment in an accredited college or university program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, basic frameworks)
Interest in learning about APIs, databases, and system integration
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Exposure to REST APIs or web services (desired)
Basic knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL) (desired)
Interest in AI, automation, or data engineering concepts (desired)
Experience with version control (e.g., Git) (desired)
Curiosity and willingness to experiment with new tools and technologies (desired)
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is inquisitive, adaptable, and eager to explore how modern technologies can be used to solve real‑world problems. This role is well‑suited for someone who enjoys both technical work and research, and who wants to be part of shaping innovative solutions in a public service environment.
An AA/EEO/ADA Employer
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations
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