Internship Computer Science Opt Jobs in Waco, TX

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00481
Division (Department): Instruction & Student Engagement
Department (Division): Workforce & Public Service
Opening Date: 09/18/2025
LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES:
Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****
START DATE: Spring 2026
GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Instruct courses in Computer Information Systems. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned which could include non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual-credit, blended, hyflex, and/or online courses. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: student advising, recruitment, maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, promoting and supporting student extra-curricular activities, participation in the mentor/mentee program, participating in professional development, participating in the faculty evaluation program, working across campus departments and industry partners to develop pathway entry and exit points for students, to develop student communication, computation, and problem-solving skills. Plan, supervise and evaluate students in internships as well as regular course work. This position reports to the Program Director, Computer Information Systems and exercises no supervision.
NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:
Knowledge of: 1. Subject matter; 2. Professional development; 3. Trends of the computer industry as they relate to the work world; 4. Trends in teaching/learning theory as they apply to Computer Information Systems; 5. ADA standards as they apply to instruction; Ability to: 6. Teach at the postsecondary level; 7. Use technology in support of instruction; 8. Evaluate student performance; 9. Promote and support related extra-curricular activities; 10. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; 11. Train others; 12. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical effort-restricted; sustained posture or intense attentiveness for prolonged periods. Light lifting (less than 30 lbs.), some walking, pushing, and pulling on a regular basis. Work environment-minimal hazard/exposure; standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Web Design/Graphic Design or related major from an accredited college or university; Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of Master's Degree in related field within two years of employment
Experience: Minimum of three years of industry work experience in Network Administration, Cyber-related fields, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or Information Assurance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Networking, Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, Web Design/Graphic Design or related field from an accredited college or university. Industry certifications in Network+, Security+, or CCNA. Programming experience in C++ and Python
Experience: Teaching experience to include distance education and higher education
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in a teaching demonstration. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter (See Selection Criteria)
• Copies of college transcripts

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McLennan Community College offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.