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Software Development Intern
About the Role:This job is unique to the legislative branch. The IT Software Development Intern has basic
understanding of the software development life cycle and QA process. The incumbent will gain hands-on experience with current technologies and development methodologies while working alongside a senior team. The incumbent must be nonpartisan. Preference will be given to someone pursuing a STEM degree. This position is part-time with a minimum 20 hours a week. Flexible hours available upon approval.
This is a non-benefited position and incumbents serve in an at-will basis.
FT /PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $20.00 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-SiteRecruiter - Tita Adams hr@le.utah.gov 801-538-1285
Application Deadline - 8/28/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Job Duties• Assist in updating and testing of web applications.
• Assist the project management team with project and task updates.
• Provide first-level support by responding to service requests in the service management queue. This includes troubleshooting and resolving basic issues, escalating more complex problems to higher-level support when necessary, and ensuring timely follow-up on all open tickets.
• Assist in maintaining and updating technical documentation, including creating knowledge base articles for common issues and solutions.
• Work closely with team members to ensure seamless communication and support for ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Demonstrate a strong willingness and ability to learn new technologies, tools, and processes. Stay current with the latest IT trends and best practices to effectively support the development team and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve basic IT-related issues, continuously seeking ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Required Qualifications• Basic understanding of software development life cycle and QA processes.
• Basic understanding of web development technologies (e.g., Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Spring, React).
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., JIRA) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Other Requirements
• Must be Nonpartisan.
• Physical presence is required to perform some tasks and may be seasonally based.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc.
Location -
Capitol Hill
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84114
United States
Background Check Required -
Drug Test Required -
Schedule Code - AN - Employees of the Legislature
The AgencyFor more information on Legislative Services, please visit http://https//le.utah.gov/legservices/home.html
Supplemental InformationEmployees in this position serve at the pleasure of the appointing officer in an at will status and may be terminated at any time without cause. This is not a career service position. The State of Utah is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.
Reasonable accommodations provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Jennifer Fife (jfife@le.utah.gov).
Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102): An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so in the body of the cover letter by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter form the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.