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Location : Minnesota
Job Type: Internship
Job Number: 24IT831MH003
Department: Information Technology
Division: Service Support - Devl
Opening Date: 01/10/2024
Closing Date: 1/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Technology is the foundation of our work - and the work of every county employee. Be a part of our team in the Information Technology (IT) department to help our employees work smarter, faster, and better.
The Development Services unit, in the Enterprise Development Division of IT is seeking a Quality Assurance intern. We are looking to enhance and grow our automated software testing capabilities. Come be part of an exciting and engaging team of software development staff, focused on creating quality applications to support residents, businesses, and the communities of Hennepin County.
This position requires a level three security check as a requirement for employment.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit
Location and hours:This position is remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable. Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. This internship will start in March 2024 and will last for up to two years in duration. The intern will work approximately 20 hours/week. While this position is designated as remote, hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota.
New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022 to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable after completion of 6 months of employment.
About this position type:This position is non-benefit earning internship.
This position is internally classified as an Intern II.
Click to view the job classification specification.
Note: You must attach a resume and cover letter with your application materials in order to be considered for this position.
In this position, you will:
Need to have:
Nice to have:Interest in: Exposure to web application development.
About the department:
Technology is the foundation of our work - and the work of every county employee. The Information Technology department is here to help our employees work smarter, faster and better. It is made up of 9 divisions: Business Solutions, Service Management Office, Architecture, Central Services Administration & Imaging Operations, Enterprise Development, IT Finance & Support Services, Operations, IT Strategic Alignment, IT Security.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check post interview.
Hennepin County values employee retention and engagement through a culture of individual development. If you are a current employee looking for an internship you are responsible for communicating and seeking approval from your supervisor/manager on an arrangement on schedule and workload prior to accepting the paid internship position. The compensation for the internship will be paid at the amount advertised in this posting.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Brooke Haaf
internship2000
Paid/Unpaid Internships and student "work experiences" are non-permanent positions with no benefits.
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The requirements for this internship are:
This position is remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable.
Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This internship will start in March 2024 and will last for up to two years in duration.
Work approximately 20 hours per week.
Reliable internet connection and a self-support remote office space.
While this position is designated as remote, hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
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This internship is only available for students currently enrolled or a recent graduate (within 6 months) in an IT certificate, associate or bachelor's degree program in IT or related field. Select the type of program are you currently enrolled in for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
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List the post-secondary school(s) you are attending. Indicate your major area(s) of specialization. If you do not have post-high school education, type "None" in the space provided.
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State your expected graduation date (month/year) or if you graduated, state the date (month/year) that you graduated in the space below.
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Do you have experience with software testing, developing automated testing scripts, and/or documenting results?
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Describe your experience with software testing, developing automated testing scripts, and/or documenting results, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience with writing JavaScript?
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Describe your experience with writing JavaScript, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have Quality Control and Quality Assurance experience?
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Describe your experience with Quality Control and Quality Assurance experience, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
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Do you have experience with Cypress, or other automated testing tools?
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Describe your experience with Cypress, or other automated testing tools, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
13
Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.
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Location : Minnesota
Job Type: Internship
Job Number: 24IT831MH003
Department: Information Technology
Division: Service Support - Devl
Opening Date: 01/10/2024
Closing Date: 1/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Technology is the foundation of our work - and the work of every county employee. Be a part of our team in the Information Technology (IT) department to help our employees work smarter, faster, and better.
The Development Services unit, in the Enterprise Development Division of IT is seeking a Quality Assurance intern. We are looking to enhance and grow our automated software testing capabilities. Come be part of an exciting and engaging team of software development staff, focused on creating quality applications to support residents, businesses, and the communities of Hennepin County.
This position requires a level three security check as a requirement for employment.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit
Location and hours:This position is remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable. Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. This internship will start in March 2024 and will last for up to two years in duration. The intern will work approximately 20 hours/week. While this position is designated as remote, hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota.
New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022 to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable after completion of 6 months of employment.
About this position type:This position is non-benefit earning internship.
This position is internally classified as an Intern II.
Click to view the job classification specification.
Note: You must attach a resume and cover letter with your application materials in order to be considered for this position.
In this position, you will:
- Establish relationships with IT staff and business partners to ensure quality products.
- Conduct Quality Assurance tests, helping to improve software quality.
- Coordinate communication to technical and non-technical partners.
- Learn about Quality Assurance tools and practices.
Need to have:
- Current enrollment or recent graduate (within 6 months) in an IT certificate, associates, or bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology, or a related field.
- Access to reliable internet connection and self-support remote office space.
Nice to have:
- Experience with:
- Software testing, developing automated testing scripts, and/or documenting results.
- Writing JavaScript.
- Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
- Cypress, or other automated testing tools.
- Supporting business practices through technology.
- Accessibility and usability.
About the department:
Technology is the foundation of our work - and the work of every county employee. The Information Technology department is here to help our employees work smarter, faster and better. It is made up of 9 divisions: Business Solutions, Service Management Office, Architecture, Central Services Administration & Imaging Operations, Enterprise Development, IT Finance & Support Services, Operations, IT Strategic Alignment, IT Security.
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Your future. Made here.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates will be required to pass a background check post interview.
Hennepin County values employee retention and engagement through a culture of individual development. If you are a current employee looking for an internship you are responsible for communicating and seeking approval from your supervisor/manager on an arrangement on schedule and workload prior to accepting the paid internship position. The compensation for the internship will be paid at the amount advertised in this posting.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Brooke Haaf
internship2000
Paid/Unpaid Internships and student "work experiences" are non-permanent positions with no benefits.
01
The requirements for this internship are:
This position is remote. Remote workers may be required to come on-site an average of 0 to 12 days a year for work meetings, trainings, or for any other reasons that their supervisor may deem necessary (may include additional days for onboarding and new employee training). Supervisors will provide as much advance notice as practicable.
Work hours are Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This internship will start in March 2024 and will last for up to two years in duration.
Work approximately 20 hours per week.
Reliable internet connection and a self-support remote office space.
While this position is designated as remote, hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota.
Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?
- Yes
- No
02
This internship is only available for students currently enrolled or a recent graduate (within 6 months) in an IT certificate, associate or bachelor's degree program in IT or related field. Select the type of program are you currently enrolled in for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
- IT certificate program
- Associates degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Recent graduate (within 6 months) in one of the program listed above
- None of the above
03
List the post-secondary school(s) you are attending. Indicate your major area(s) of specialization. If you do not have post-high school education, type "None" in the space provided.
04
State your expected graduation date (month/year) or if you graduated, state the date (month/year) that you graduated in the space below.
05
Do you have experience with software testing, developing automated testing scripts, and/or documenting results?
- Yes
- No
06
Describe your experience with software testing, developing automated testing scripts, and/or documenting results, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
07
Do you have experience with writing JavaScript?
- Yes
- No
08
Describe your experience with writing JavaScript, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
09
Do you have Quality Control and Quality Assurance experience?
- Yes
- No
10
Describe your experience with Quality Control and Quality Assurance experience, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience type "None" in the space provided.
11
Do you have experience with Cypress, or other automated testing tools?
- Yes
- No
12
Describe your experience with Cypress, or other automated testing tools, referencing school projects or job(s) listed in your application/resume. If you do not have this experience, type "None" in the space provided.
13
Please choose the one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your selection. Your response to this question helps us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruitment methods.
- College or university (job board, career services, or instructor)
- Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, job board, etc.)
- Employee or recruiter of Hennepin County
- Friend or family member that is not a Hennepin County employee
- Hennepin County job notification emails
- Indeed.com
- Job fair or networking event
- Print advertisement (flyer, postcard, billboard, transit ad, etc.)
- Professional association (job board or email)
- Social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- www.hennepin.jobs or www.governmentjobs.com
- Other
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For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the person, website, or media source.
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