Student Extern - Enterprise Dev & Integration
- Requisition #: 181272
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 6/22/2026
Position Summary
The primary purpose of the Student Extern position is to provide support to various Application Services teams while gaining valuable hands-on experience and developing technical and professional skills in a real-world IT environment.
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Ideal Candidate
A motivated student who is technically curious, comfortable learning new technologies, interested in application support and IT operations, and eager to gain real-world experience in troubleshooting, systems maintenance, and technology support.
Key Responsibilities
Analysis, Diagnosis, and Problem Solving
Analyze source documents, database structures, and management reporting requirements.
Assist in diagnosing system issues and identifying effective technical solutions.
Monitor system health and performance and help implement improvements to enhance reliability and manageability.
Support the resolution of hardware, software, operating system, and system integration issues related to supported applications.
Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical challenges.
Technical Support and Environment Maintenance
Assist with operating system updates and patch management.
Document system environments, configurations, and processes.
Help maintain and update application and server environments.
Support ongoing efforts to improve system performance, stability, and security.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
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The primary purpose of the Student Extern position is to provide support to various Application Services teams while gaining valuable hands-on experience and developing technical and professional skills in a real-world IT environment.
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- Hourly Rate: $18.00-$19.00/hour
- Schedule: Part-time, up to 19 hours per week
- Benefits: Not benefits eligible
- Location: Primarily remote; must be available to attend onsite department meetings as needed.
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Ideal Candidate
A motivated student who is technically curious, comfortable learning new technologies, interested in application support and IT operations, and eager to gain real-world experience in troubleshooting, systems maintenance, and technology support.
Key Responsibilities
Analysis, Diagnosis, and Problem Solving
Analyze source documents, database structures, and management reporting requirements.
Assist in diagnosing system issues and identifying effective technical solutions.
Monitor system health and performance and help implement improvements to enhance reliability and manageability.
Support the resolution of hardware, software, operating system, and system integration issues related to supported applications.
Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical challenges.
Technical Support and Environment Maintenance
Assist with operating system updates and patch management.
Document system environments, configurations, and processes.
Help maintain and update application and server environments.
Support ongoing efforts to improve system performance, stability, and security.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent and
- Required: College bound or in-college students.
- Preferred: Bachelor's or Masters' in IT, Computer Science, Computer engineer, MIS, Business, Business Analytics or similar.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Required: None
- Preferred: Familiar with AI tools and technology, analytical mind set, excellent communication skills, problem solving and quick learner. Under grad junior or senior, or graduate.
- Prefer a local candidate in Houston Texas or surrounding area.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 181272
- Employment Status: Part-Time Not Benefits Eligible
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 37,440
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,760
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 54,080
- FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Hard
- Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)
- Pivotal Position: No
- Referral Bonus Available?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?: No
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