College Intern Ohio State Highway Patrol – Information Technology LEADS
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Job Location:
Columbus, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This is an ongoing internship located in Columbus OH. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work throughout the school year and summer for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility during the school semesters given class schedule and course load).
The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students academic status:
Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour
A background check including BCI and FBI fingerprint check will be required on all selected applicants
To request a disability accommodation please emailas soon as possible or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion ofeligibility period.
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.
Employment Requirements(all must be verified upon hire)
To be eligible for an internship opportunity at the Ohio Department of Public Safety an applicant must:
Be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university.
Be in good standing with the college/university.
Have a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
Be enrolled in at least one course.
Be pursuing a degree or finishing a degree.
Job Skills: Internship
Technical Skills: Information Technology Cybersecurity
Professional Skills: Critical Thinking Attention to Detail Analyzation
About Us:
Who We Are:
Our mission is to save lives reduce injuries and economic loss administer Ohios motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.
What Youll Do
Ohio Department of Public Safety Ohio State Highway Patrol Information Technology/ Law Enforcement Automated Data System
Report in location: 1970 West Broad Street Columbus Ohio 43223
Work Days and hours would vary between Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm depending on students schedule.
Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
Free Parking!
Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path!
Daycare On-site!
Cafeteria On-site!
This is an ongoing internship located in Columbus OH. The selected candidate will ideally be able to work throughout the school year and summer for an average of 20 hours per week or less (with flexibility during the school semesters given class schedule and course load).
The pay rate for a college intern is based upon the students academic status:
Undergraduate student rate of pay - $16.93 per hour
Graduate student rate of pay - $20.59 per hour
Major/field of study should be in Information Technology Computer Science or Cybersecurity
Job duties:
Perform fundamental tasks using a limited/basic understanding of high-level network security
Read and respond to emails
Review current IT and Security policies
Assist with conducting technical security audits of information systems
Assist in maintaining documentation for compliance with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and internal security standards
Support the review of system access controls authentication methods and security configurations
Learn to analyze audit findings and help prepare reports
Research new security products and strategies
Research emerging cybersecurity incident response and reporting processes
Develop quality assurance procedures
Test troubleshoot debug and upgrade existing applications
Participate in requirements analysis gather and evaluate user feedback
Helpful Tips for Applying:
Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Dontjust write see attached resume.
Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.
Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked select either No or N/A.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Business Process
- Active Directory
- Customer Service
- Information Technology
- HIPAA
- Information Security
- Infrastructure
- Linux
- Project Management
- Nist
- Risk Assessments
- Procedures
- hardware
- Data Analysis
- Technical Support
About Company
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