Job Summary:

The Systems Engineer Intern is responsible for development activities for systems implementation and O&M software and infrastructure development projects.

Essential Job Duties:

• Actively participate and contribute in SDLC activities such as solution design, work effort estimation, assisting peers with technical challenges and code reviews.
• Perform production support activities such as monitor system processes, evaluate the outcome of system processes, work through system exceptions, and create processes to monitor and report on the overall system health.
• Under general Supervision, will understand the assigned work, deliver on agreed upon dates and raise issues/risks in a timely manner in case of risk to deliverables.
• Create/modify artifacts and deliverables expected from the SDLC and change management process.
• Propose, design, and implement updates or improvements to processes and infrastructure hardware such as network devices, servers and workstations.
• Follow the SDLC and change management processes adopted by the organization.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering or a related field.
• Ability to think logically and structurally and have attention to detail is required
• Strong analytical skills and strong communication skills, both written (with emphasis on technical documentation) and verbal are required.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in high performing and self-governing teams.
• Good knowledge of information systems design principles; network engineering and/or server administration.
• Must be aware of most prevalent and trusted technical discussion boards, portals and knowledge sharing internet sites for help with technical challenges.
• Works on assignments that are routine in nature, with responsibilities easily learned on the job
• Acquires job skills and learns applicable policies and procedures to complete routine tasks
• Able to read, understand & perform assignments within prescribed guidelines
• Communicates routine information in a clear and accurate way with internal & external contacts

Since 1975, Maximus has operated under its founding mission of Helping Government Serve the People®, aimed to become a leading provider for the administration of government health and human services programs worldwide. Maximus develops high-quality solutions to reach the needs of communities on a state, federal and local government level for a growing range of services. Our projects assist in contract tracing efforts, help citizens choose and enroll in a healthcare plan, provide training to individuals for achieving employment, deliver modern and innovative answers to improving efficiencies, and more.

Maximus offers the unique opportunity for our employees to positively impact people through the skills they use every day. We hire interns and recent college graduates from a wide range of majors (Social Sciences, Business, Public Policy, Government, STEM, Liberal Arts, etc.), leveraging experiences both in and outside of the traditional classroom environment. Our selection process emphasizes career readiness skills such as leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, communication and work ethic.

Maximus is the place to put your passions to work!

As a leading strategic partner to governments across the globe, Maximus helps improve the delivery of public services amid complex technology, health, economic, environmental, and social challenges. With a deep understanding of program service delivery, acute insights that achieve operational excellence, and an extensive awareness of the needs of the people being served, our employees advance the critical missions of our partners. Maximus delivers innovative business process management, impactful consulting services, and technology solutions that provide improved outcomes for the public and higher levels of productivity and efficiency of government-sponsored programs.