Technology Intern Sarasota

Technology Intern

Part Time • Sarasota
Benefits:
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
Jackson Hewitt is more than just a tax company, we are one of the nation’s largest retailers and we’re on a journey to transform technology to provide the best service to our clients.

Our Technology team has adopted Agile practices and some of the best technology to make sure we're delivering first-class service to every client, every time. 

Are you curious about working in an agile environment? Join us as we move to the next level of innovation and continue to make Jackson Hewitt the best tax service available. As an intern with JH, you can intern for summer, one semester, or join us year- round. Taking your school schedule into consideration, JH also offers flexible onsite schedules ranging from 20-40 hours a week.  

IT Operations Intern

The IT Operations team maintaining the hardware and software systems within an organization. This includes configuring and updating software applications, employee devices, servers, databases, and other IT infrastructure. As an intern, you may assist the team with: 
  • Support the IT team in maintaining hardware, software, and other systems.
  • Assist with troubleshooting issues and provide technical support.
  • Organize and maintain IT resources.
  • Lend IT support in areas such as cybersecurity, programming, analytics, and data center management.
  • Provide quality assurance through testing and implementation planning and is familiar with the usage of high quality software/website development practices
  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program for Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or other relevant course of study
  • Intermediate knowledge of at least one major programming language (JavaScript, Python, PHP, etc.)
  • Willingness and ability to learn new programming languages as requested
  • Familiarity with SQL database usage and website development processes
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team
Eligibility Requirements:
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA
  • Must be within 2 years of graduating from current program/degree
  • Must be enrolled in school part-time (summer enrollment is not required), or graduated no more than 6 months ago
What you will get from your internship:     
  • All interns are paid a competitive wage, and earn more when you return to intern with us again!
  • Casual attire…Yes, you can wear jeans every day!
  • Hands-on training alongside experienced professionals
  • Paid technical, career, and business training sessions
  • Ample opportunity to develop core and new skillsets, and have a stake in your own success
  • Interact with executive-level leadership
  • Company celebrations and appreciation events
  • Paid instructor-led training in topics; such as Agile, LinkedIn Presence, Interviewing, etc.
  • Access to JH’s database of free online training courses
  • Paired with a mentor to help guide you in your learning
Compensation: $18.00 per hour




PTIN Certification: Yes

Thank you for your interest in Jackson Hewitt Inc., Jackson Hewitt Technology Services, LLC, Tax Services of America, Inc., or any of its or their subsidiaries, affiliates, or related entities (collectively herein, “Jackson Hewitt” or the “Company,” but excluding independently owned and operated franchise locations). The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination against or harassment of any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

CANDIDATE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

Tax Preparer Applicants: I understand, as a condition of employment, I must be able to obtain a Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) and the IRS will conduct their own background investigation.

I certify that all answers given in connection with my application(s) for employment with Jackson Hewitt Inc. and/or its wholly owned subsidiary Tax Services of America, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that a false statement, false answer, misrepresentation or omission may result in a decision not to hire me, the withdrawal of an offer of employment, or the termination of my employment with the Company, regardless of when the false or misleading information or omission is discovered.

I understand that the completion of this application is a preliminary step to employment.  It does not obligate the Company to offer employment to me, or for me to accept employment. This application is considered active for a period of time not to exceed (30) days. I understand that a Company representative may contact me during the application process. 

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