Internship, Fellowship, and Research Opportunities

2024 Ensono Mainframe Internship

Ensono is a global company that provides complete Hybrid IT solutions and services for our clients ranging from modernizing legacy mainframe technologies to leveraging the power of the Public Cloud. We are passionate about driving innovation and seeking exceptional talent to make it happen!

The 12-week internship portion of our training starts May 20th and ends August 9th. Participants will be expected to engage 40 hours a week; Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm CT

Required Qualifications

Desired candidates will have a degree or will currently be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a STEM-related area of study with a graduation date no later than May 2025. Related Associate-level degrees and Professional Certificates will also be considered.

• MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word) or MAC equivalent products
• Possess the drive and self-motivation to learn something new
• Ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner – sharp communication skills both verbal and written
• Decision making skills – know when to ask for guidance/help or when to escalate an issue
• Proactive attitude
• Strong Analytical/Problem solving skills
• Dependable
• Stable Internet connection
• Ability to manage stress levels in a highly dynamic environment
• Ability to actively participate within a team and collaborate with others effectively
• Ability to take constructive criticism or receive corrective instructions with a mature temperament

Preferred Qualifications

• Be curious, have a thirst for knowledge and learning new things — ask questions and offer thoughtful solutions
• Comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions
• Capture verbal instructions and document the process steps in written form
• Interact with teammates via various means of communication (face to face meetings, phone, email, instant messenger, conference calls) in order to exchange knowledge and information to successfully complete deliverables
• Exercise professional integrity by seeking work during downtime, having respect of company required work hours, properly requesting time off and documenting time honestly in designated time tracking tools
• Demonstrate organization and time management skills which includes acknowledging and attending meetings, deciphering and responding to important emails in a timely manner, completing assignments on time (by due date or earlier) or escalating to manager immediately if obstacles are identified
• Be able to utilize problem solving skills in an effective and conclusive manner to analyze an issue, suggest a solution, and be involved in the direct implementation of that solution – providing necessary teamwork and research throughout the process
• Be able to adapt and efficiently manage priorities in the ever-changing, fast-paced world of IT
• Create meeting invites and send emails via Outlook

What you can look forward to doing:

Ensono’s mainframe Internship introduces various mainframe disciplines: Technical Services Support (TSS), Storage, Scheduling, Automation, Databases, Transaction Processing (CICS), Hardware, Network, Operating System and third-party software (ISV-z/OS), business soft skills, and leadership skills.

Interns will complete online coursework that is assigned to them through Ensono’s online learning tool. They will also work in test environments to complete labs and exercises to obtain necessary hands-on experience and gain exposure to various mainframe components.
Working as a team, interns will engage in a wide array of learning activities, including weekly challenges consisting of fun games that encourage team building and reinforce key knowledge elements.

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UA Little Rock MidSOUTH IT Internship – Extra Help Assistant

Summary of Job Duties:
This individual reports directly to the Information and Technology (IT) Manager while working with the Senior Network and System Administrator and the System and Network Administrator. The individual will assist in all aspects related to maintaining, troubleshooting, and planning the network infrastructure, server deployments and upgrades, and all MidSOUTH software applications. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the maintenance of Linux and Windows servers, virus protection, backups, troubleshooting, and future planning and maintenance of numerous software applications. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Required Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or GED;
Must be enrolled in an IT-focused degree plan or other related degree plan.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS) or Computer Science.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• • Responsible for working with the team members to consult in the development, maintenance, and administration of the MidSOUTH network, including LANs, WAN, wireless, and telecommunication;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems (MIS) or Computer Science.
  • Maintain contact with UA Little Rock computing services regarding MidSOUTH’s domain;
  • Ensure the daily performance of applications and network systems;
  • Label and document data communication lines, hardware configurations, and software configurations at the direction of the IT Manager or Senior Network and System Administrator;
  • In conjunction with the Senior Network and System Administrator, assists and/or ensures setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of system-wide applications, including the Windows Servers, telecommunication, virus protection, and wireless systems;
  • Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of user and other accounts and settings for MidSOUTH’s Active Directory, Group Policy, email, and telecommunication systems;
  • Implement solutions to resolve assigned help desk tickets and communicate solutions to other MidSOUTH IT staff and to the MidSOUTH staff person making the help request;
  • Maintain, update, and troubleshoot business software and updates across MidSOUTH’s statewide network;
  • Respond to email and/or phone calls from vendors to ensure proper network and systems operations and future development;
  • Write technical and client support documents as directed;
  • Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of Network/Systems Administration;
  • Provide support and expertise for Zoom training, Zoom Webinars, and Zoom Rooms.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• • Knowledge of general computing applications;
  • Knowledge/experience with Zoom Meetings and webinars;
  • Knowledge/experience with Windows servers;
  • Knowledge of Cisco networking equipment;
  • Proficient in virtualization technologies;
  • Excellent writing, verbal, customer service, and organizational skills;
  • Troubleshooting/problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team;
  • Ability to work outside of normal working hours;
  • Ability for occasional in-state and overnight travel.

Salary Information:
$11 an hour

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.

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Data Analyst Intern (PT Remote)

Bank Strategic Solutions is a Risk Management consulting firm. We assist financial
institutions with mergers, improving efficiency and compliance services. We are seeking a
talented and self-motivated Data Analyst to join our team. The right person will be able to
work independently, be detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• • • Collect, process, and clean data from various sources to prepare it for analysis.
    • Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets.
    • Precisely input data into our systems from various sources.
    • Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics, and other
      strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
    • Utilize statistical software/Excel/Power BI to perform complex data analysis, including the
      development of VLookups, pivot tables, and the creation of macros to automate tasks.
    • Interpret data and analyze results using statistical techniques to provide actionable
      insights addressing any data entry issues as they arise.
    • Create and present regular reports highlighting trends, patterns, and insights in a clear and concise manner.

Qualifications:

• • • Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics,
      Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Advanced Excel skills.
    • Basic understanding of statistical analysis software (such as R, Python, SPSS, or SAS) is
      a plus.
    • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate
      significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to kickstart their career in data analysis and
contribute to meaningful projects. Salary starting at $20/hour. This role is primarily remote
with flexible hours. We do have offices in Little Rock if in-person is desired. Please send
resume to amy@bankstrategic.com.

Steve G. Parsons, PhD, is a Libertarian Candidate for US Congress AR dist 1.

Dr. Parsons is seeking a student with relevant coursework in web design to rework/rebuild a website on Square: SteveParsonsLibertarian.com; the website would not have e-commerce nor a donations tab. The opportunity is paying $22/hr with an expected 20 – 30 hour total budget. The preference is to use Square, but other platforms will be considered if they are relatively inexpensive.

To apply: Email relevant information to Steve@parsonsecon.com.

Arkansas Center for Data Sciences (ACDS)

“ACDS is Your One-Stop Shop for Internship Opportunities”

In partnership with the Arkansas Center for Data Sciences, the UA Little Rock Department of Computer Science is proud to sponsor Support Pathways for Students:

All students in the second semester of their sophomore year (or later) can apply for internships through ACDS. ACDS has:

• • • over 158 Arkansas partner companies
    • federal grant support for internships
    • career counseling for selected applicants
    • an informative and convenient web page catered specifically to UA Little Rock students

Begin your search for internships with ACDS through the Support Pathways for Students program: http://acds.co/ualr

Information Security Intern

Location: Little Rock, AR

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!
We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

An internship at Simmons Bank provides a current college student an opportunity to receive work experience to complement their course work.  The work will be related to their major or professional interest.  A Simmons Sidekick will guide the intern and offer day to day advice on how to navigate the business or solve challenging problems.  Simmons will benefit from the internship as real work or valuable projects are completed during the course of the internship.  The bank also uses the internship experience as a way to recruit top college talent into the bank.

Summer internships will include opportunities to hear from company executives, lunch and learn sessions, networking events, fun outings and exposure to the overall company culture at Simmons Bank.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties could include the following:

• • • Working on one or more key projects
    • Assisting with key banking tasks
    • process audits or reports

Qualifications:

• • • Pursuing a degree in business or a related area of study at an accredited college or university
    • excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • outstanding time management and project management skills
    • Microsoft Office skills
    • strong attention to detail
    • positive attitude
    • fast learner
    • team player
    • interest in working at Simmons Bank.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information:

Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of equal employment with respect to a person’s race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, covered veterans, military status, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected classifications. Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to Affirmative Action Programs consisting of results-oriented procedures to ensure equal employment opportunities. These programs require positive action in lieu of neutral non-discrimination and merit hiring/performance policies.

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Windstream sometimes has IT intern opportunities available for summer, for students with programming, data science, and data analysis skillsets. Search all Windtream jobs/internships.

We will update this page when summer 2024 internship applications open.

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is looking for interns in Engineering and IT. The internship is 10 weeks, paid, and offers meaningful work that will help you learn about the power industry. Applicants are decided prior to the beginning of summer.

Description

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on! We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

Overview

The Information Technology (IT) internship will consist of 10 – 12 weeks of fulltime information technology work in various IT departments.  Each intern will be assigned a department for the duration of the internship; however, rotations will occur as needed.  The interns will be compensated and housing will provided if needed for the duration of the internship.  Teaming activities may be scheduled after hours throughout the internship.  Each intern will deliver a presentation at the end of their internship to demonstrate lessons learned and knowledge gained.

Summer 2024 Computer Science / Information Technology Internship Application

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Acxiom, a leader in customer data management, identity, and the ethical use of data for more than 50 years, is looking to hire students from University of Arkansas at Little Rock for internships, which cover multiple areas including:

• • • Online Marketing
    • Human Resources
    • Application Development/Engineering
    • Database Administration
    • And more!

Interns at Acxiom receive invaluable experience at an internationally recognized company along with mentorship with seasoned technical professionals and project-specific training. Along with that, Acxiom offers competitive benefits for interns like payment for all positions, paid time off to volunteer, and intern PTO accrual!

The intention is to have interns work on-site in Conway, Arkansas if possible. However, the internship may begin virtually and could continue virtually for its entirety.

Click here for more details.

Marjorie Lee Browne STEM Fellowship – Memphis Teacher Residency

The Memphis Teacher Residency hosts a month-long paid summer fellowship for undergraduate sophomores and juniors of color who are majoring or minoring in STEM or STEM education.

Fellows are undergraduate students of color who serve as counselors and teaching assistants in a math-focused summer camp for rising 7th and 8th graders in Memphis.

Applications will open again in the Fall 2024.

The Home Depot

Cybersecurity Internship (Remote – Summer 2024)

Internship Overview

The Home Depot’s Summer Internship program offers college students an opportunity to develop leadership skills and gain hands-on experience in a corporate environment. During an 11-week period from May 13- July 26, 2024, interns will be assigned to a functional team such as Supply Chain, Marketing, e-commerce, Technology, Finance, Operations, Merchandising, Outside Sales and Services, Human Resources, etc. Interns will learn more about our retail business and our corporate offices while having the opportunity to work on a pre-assigned project that impacts the function they are supporting. Additionally, interns participate in networking and development activities that set them up for success as they build their careers.

Description Of The Major/Subject Area

The Cybersecurity Intern position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to various aspects of Cybersecurity; Application Security, Threat Intelligence, Vulnerability Management, Incident Response, Risk and Compliance, Identity and Access, and Awareness. The Cybersecurity intern will work independently and in a team to support the organizational strategy and assist in expanding mature cybersecurity processes. This is a temporary role with the potential to grow into a permanent position.

Qualified applicants may be pursuing a Bachelor of Science/Business Administration with a concentration in Cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, information security, math, decision sciences, risk management, engineering or other business/technology disciplines.

CARTI

Summary:

The UA Little Rock/CARTI internship is an opportunity for a student to work on data analysis, database, software development, or related topics, depending on student skills and interests, part time throughout Spring 2024 with CARTI’s Business Intelligence unit. The intent is to combine providing an educationally useful experience with paid employment at CARTI, a well-known cancer clinic headquartered in Little Rock. Students have the option to register for a cooperative education course if they would like academic credit, and they will be compensated by UA Little Rock through a master internship agreement between UA Little Rock and CARTI.

AI Innovators

AI Innovation Fellowship in Machine Learning (Summer 2022)

The AI Innovation Fellowship in Machine Learning equips students with state-of-the-art machine learning techniques like Regression, Classification, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Neural Networks, and Convolutional Neural Networks. Leveraging these new tools, students build out a professional portfolio with a capstone project, AI + X, that draws on students’ unique interest and domain expertise. Engineers can integrate AI techniques into any discipline to devise intelligent solutions to practical problems. For example, students can devise AI models for object detection and navigation that are used in self-driving cars– applying domain knowledge and engineering skills to uniquely devise an impactful system used in everyday technologies. For more information, please visit inspiritinnovators.com.

DHS Data Analytics Technology Center

Our research addresses both strategic and tactical concerns of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Data Analytics Technology Center (DA-TC) is seeking candidates with a technical background in applied large-scale computing related to blockchain, cyber security, cyber threat hunting, cyber data analytics, infrastructure security, machine learning, artificial intelligence, human-machine teaming, high performance computing, homomorphic and secure multi-party computation, edge and real-time analytics, and technology policy research to address evolving mission and homeland security needs. Other applicants who have a strong interest in data analytics specific to homeland security missions are also encouraged to apply.

Why should I apply?

We offer a challenging and fast- paced environment that accommodates the exploration of new ideas that improve operational efficiency. Under the oversight of cognizant Federal personnel, participating researchers have opportunities to lead tasks, explore new research areas for DHS, and participate in networking opportunities. Our staff come from technical fields and other fields such as Policy, Economics, and Anthropology to enable multi-disciplinary approaches to problem solving.

Simmons Bank

InfoSec Intern

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!

We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

An internship at Simmons Bank provides a current college student an opportunity to receive work experience to complement their course work. The work will be related to their major or professional interest. A Simmons Sidekick will guide the intern and offer day to day advice on how to navigate the business or solve challenging problems. Simmons will benefit from the internship as real work or valuable projects are completed during the course of the internship. The bank also uses the internship experience as a way to recruit top college talent into the bank.

Summer internships will include opportunities to hear from company executives, lunch and learn sessions, networking events, fun outings and exposure to the overall company culture at Simmons Bank.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties could include the following

• • • Working on one or more key projects.
    • Assisting with key banking tasks, process audits, or reports.

Qualifications

Pursuing a degree in business or a related area of study at an accredited college or university. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• • • Outstanding time management and project management skills.
    • Microsoft Office skills. Strong attention to detail. Positive attitude, fast learner, team player. An interest in working at Simmons Bank
    • Equal Employment Opportunity Information: Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of equal employment with respect to a person’s race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, covered veterans, military status, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected classifications. Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to Affirmative Action Programs consisting of results-oriented procedures to ensure equal employment opportunities. These programs require positive action in lieu of neutral non-discrimination and merit hiring/performance policies.

Arkansas Public Service Commission

The Arkansas Public Service Commission is needing a programmer (Summer 2022 internship) to assist in developing new data entry applications.

UCA Biology

Summer 2022 undergraduate research technician positions

Dr. Hal Halvorson (www.halvorhalvorson.com) is recruiting two paid undergraduate research technicians for summer 2022 in his research laboratory in the Biology Department at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) in Conway. The successful applicants will assist with a National Science Foundation research project called STOICH (Stoichiometric Traits of Organisms In their Chemical Habitats). Our project goal is to build a national database on the distribution of elements (carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and others) in aquatic organisms and their environments. The student will be based at UCA and will also collaborate with a team of scientists from multiple institutions across the United States.

Position timeline: May 23, 2022 until August 12, 2022 (dates negotiable)

Pay: $11/hour for up to 40 hours (minimum 20 hours) per week

The Washington Center

• • • The Washington Center is a great experiential learning experience, as well as a wonderful networking opportunity for our
      students.
    • Arkansas has a scholarship to help underwrite the cost.
    • There are virtual internships as well as face to face internships.

ACXIOM

Tester Intern

As a Tester Intern, you will detail, investigate, communicate and suggest remedies for disputed issues/defects using defined standards while working with multi-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment. You will utilize test tools, test methodology, standard methodologies and standard quality assurance processes to deliver functional, deployable, supportable and maintainable services and products to our clients.
Are you driven, hardworking, and seeking an exciting opportunity with a phenomenal company? Undergraduate & Graduate students are encouraged to apply for Acxiom’s Internship program. This opportunity requires a minimum 20 hour/week commitment during the semester and up to 40 hours/week during breaks and summer. Students will be exposed to test methodology at one of the world’s leading marketing technology companies.

Internship details

• • • This internship will begin immediately
    • You will work on-site in Conway, Arkansas for the duration of the internship. This is not a remote opportunity
    • 20-25/week work dedication during the semester, 40 hours/week during summer and breaks
    • Anticipated graduation date no sooner than December 2021
    • Applicants for this internship position with Acxiom in the U.S. must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Acxiom (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (CPT/OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status)

What you will do

• • • Follow the lead of mentor in building capabilities for the testing roles
    • Primarily engage in projects or activities that increase understanding of Acxiom products, services, and client solutions
    • Develop and demonstrate critical thinking capability
    • Learn to build test data
    • Learn to develop test scripts, test conditions, test procedures and desired results for one or more test plans, including product, component, assembly, or performance tests
    • Ability to work in a team environment

What you will need

• • • Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s level degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field
    • Proven attention to detail
    • SQL
    • Exposure to UNIX and LINUX
    • Demonstrable skill with Microsoft Tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project)
    • Strong academic achievement

What will set you apart

• • • Demonstrate basic knowledge and experience utilizing core testing skills
    • Ability to review the testability of requirements, design, and development functions with assistance
    • Ability to understand the process used in creating test cases
    • Ability to identify low-level defects

Who are we seeking?

• • • Top Talent & High Performers: We hire the brightest in the industry!
    • Innovative Collaborators: We drive operational improvements to promote efficiency and improve performance.
    • Future Leaders: We develop our people and promote from within.
    • Game Changers: We empower people to challenge the status quo and explore new possibilities.
    • Emotional Intelligence: We cultivate greatness both within ourselves and with others.
    • Hardworking Employees: We look for initiative to conquer complex challenges.

We believe in building an awesome workplace where associates feel highly motivated and want to engage every single day. It’s important to Acxiom that we invest in our culture and promote a healthy work-life balance.

As a part of Acxiom, you will join a fast paced, high-performance culture where we empower our people to do innovative, cutting-edge work. You will always be guided to do what is right.

At Acxiom, we believe in exceptionalism. We don’t seek to be mediocre, good, nor even great – we intend to be the absolute best in everything we do.

Acxiom is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other employment of associates or the awarding of subcontracts because of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics or other protected status.