IT Student Assistant

California Franchise Tax Board; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

California Franchise Tax Board is seeking an IT Student Assistant in Sacramento County for hands-on support of the Filing Case Management Section across the SDLC. You will learn to assist in system design, development, testing, and implementation, gaining experience with testing best practices and defect troubleshooting with IT partners.

The role emphasizes collaboration within the Software Engineering domain, to modernize the IT environment and deliver quality IT services.

Qualifications

• Experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with test scripts and scenarios and following directions.
• Experience with SQL Server.
• Experience with designated productivity tools to plan, schedule, and complete assigned work.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with mainframe and Windows-based operating systems.

Skills

SDLC knowledge

Test scripts

SQL Server

Office 365 tools

Visio

Project

Outlook

Teams

Tools

SQL Server

Microsoft Office 365

Visio

Project

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Job Description And Duties
The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

Job Description And Duties
The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113
As the Enterprise Quality Assurance Analyst Assistant , you will learn to support the Filing Case Management Section through all the phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including system des ign , development, testing, a nd implementation. You'll gain knowledge of testing best practices, perform analytical IT studies , and conduct application testing using testing tools. This role offers hands on experience collaborating with subject matter experts and IT Partners to troubleshoot defects , develop and execute test scripts , and implement quality system changes. Our team drives creative IT solutions to modernize FTB technical environment , and we are seeking someone eager to learn , take the initiative , and work effectively (in teams settings) within the Software Engineering Domai n. You would provide services which encompass the IT domain of Software Engineering.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2627-00874).

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-536847

Position #(s)

564-986-4870-XXX

Working Title

IT Student Assistant

Classification

STUDENT ASSISTANT

$3,167.00 - $4,268.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Sacramento County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Student Assistant

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Experience with test scripts, scenarios, and following directions
• Experience with SQL Server
• Experience with designated productivity tools to plan, schedule, and complete assigned work successfully
• Experience with personal computers and the Microsoft Office 365 including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, and Teams
• Experience with mainframe and Windows based operating systems
• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently
• Able to multi-task while maintaining accuracy
• Able to be flexibility and maintain a positive outlook
• Analytical skills and the ability to think logically and creatively
• Display integrity, initiative, dependability, tact, good judgment, and courtesy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Classification & Hiring Unit

[phone]

Hiring Unit Contact:

Bavnit Kaur

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Reasonable Accommodation Unit

[phone]

[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Final Filing Date: 11/11/2026