Student Trainee (Information Technology) at US Gov Early Careers

Wayne State University; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Washington is offering a Student Trainee position in Information Technology. This internship provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Software Development or Cybersecurity, where you will design applications, monitor cybersecurity risks, and develop technical skills. Ideal candidates should be currently enrolled in a relevant educational program, be team-oriented, and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills. This role is perfect for those eager to learn and grow professionally.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution on at least a half-time basis.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Must demonstrate professionalism and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy new or updated applications.
• Identify, analyze, and monitor cybersecurity risks.
• Apply Agile project management practices.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

Currently enrolled in an educational institution

Job description

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Student Trainee (Information Technology)

Join our team as a Student Trainee and gain hands‑on experience in either Software Development or Cybersecurity. This internship is designed to help you build real‑world technical skills, explore career interests, and collaborate with professionals who will support your growth.

You do not need to have experience in everything listed — curiosity and willingness to learn are key!

What You May Be Doing

Option 1: Software Development Path

You may help with:

• Designing, developing, testing, and deploying new or updated applications.
• Using Git-based source control and contributing to CI/CD pipelines.
• Exploring REST APIs and building prototypes for apps, scripts, and interfaces.
• Applying Agile project management practices.

Option 2: Cybersecurity Path

You may support work such as:

• Identifying, analyzing, and monitoring cybersecurity risks.
• Using threat assessment tools and understanding vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
• Learning system security testing and evaluation techniques.
• Applying networking concepts (OSI model, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, directory services).
• Gaining exposure to IT infrastructure: operating systems, networks, applications, databases, cloud systems.
• Understanding cybersecurity laws, privacy regulations, and ethical guidelines.
• Exploring cryptography and key management principles.

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you should:

• Be currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational institution (high school, college, graduate school, vocational/technical program, or certificate program) on at least a half‑time basis as defined by your institution.
• Be a strong team player who can also think independently.
• Have strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Show curiosity, creativity, and willingness to explore new ideas.
• Demonstrate professionalism, tact, and strong attention to detail.
• Be highly motivated, self‑directed, and excited to learn.