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Web Developer Internship for WebpageFX

Ranked as one of the top Best Places to Work for Millennials in the nation, WebpageFX  is a full-service internet marketing company offering innovative web marketing solutions to mid to large sized companies across the globe. As a leader in SEO, web design, ecommerce, website conversion and Internet marketing services, they pride themselves on driving traffic, converting visitors and measuring effectiveness to ultimately deliver a positive return on investment for heir clients.  WebpageFX was also named one of Pennsylvania’s Best Places to Work and has consistently been listed on the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Companies in America

Purpose and Responsibilities:  WebpageFX is looking for an intern to assist in taking projects from specifications to end user experience, explain technical ideas and designs to peers and management, troubleshoot open source software (like Joomia, WordPress and Drupal), and troubleshoot web browser issues for web design team.

Qualifications:

  • Student working towards college degree
  • Studying CIS, Computer Engineering, or related degree
  • PHP/MySQL experience
  • knowledge of WordPress, Joomia, Drupal, Magneto, and other open source platforms
  • Expertise IDEs such as Eclipse or similar software is helpful

Application Instructions:  Visit http://www.webpagefx.com/employment.htm to submit a cover letter, resume and any sample works, or e-mail resume as a Word (.doc) or PDF attachment to superjobs@webpagefx.com. Please include in your e-mail any relevant works completed.

Additional information can be found at: https://www.myinterfase.com/rmu/job_view.aspx?token=+feOe3FWMMUhI8omAtmniw%3d%3d

Job Opportunities Event for Plus Consulting

The Top Secret Colonials are sponsoring another speaking engagement. Plus Consulting will be on campus on Thursday, November 5th from 4:00 – 5:00pm to discuss job opportunities. They are asking that students bring resumes in hand. There will be pizza and drinks and please remember that you will earn one hour of SET credit.

Company Summary: Founded in 1999, Plus Consulting is an award-winning, full-service IT firm. Plus is recognized for innovative solutions that meet or exceed the requirements of our valued clients. Our team of experts integrate extensive industry and IT experience with top tools and methodologies for solutions that positively impact our clients’ business operations across a spectrum of industries, including financial services, banks, call centers, government contractors and non-profits. Plus is a proven leader in the implementation of strategic SharePoint, customer relationship management (CRM), business intelligence (BI), infrastructure, and security solutions that empower sales, marketing and technology employees.

Opportunity Summary: Plus Consulting is seeking students for Internships for the spring, summer and fall of 2016. We are looking for individuals that are intelligent, highly motivated and are considering a career in the fast paced world of IT consulting. Plus Consulting offers a comprehensive internship program design to challenge students, impart valuable skills, and offer insight into a career path in the IT consulting industry. Highlights include hands-on project work, a great work environment, and access to mentor-ship and networking opportunities.

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GIT Systems Developer at Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is seeking a GIT Systems Developer I to join their Moon Township, PA office. The successful candidate will be responsible for the creation of comprehensive, robust functional specifications used by Development, QA, Product Management and other relevant stakeholders. All other software development artifacts will be measured for accuracy and completeness against these specifications.

The main duties and responsibilities include:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and ship new features
  • Creates user interface mock-ups and associated behavioral rules to define navigation, validation, data relationships and trigger events
  • Work on bug fixing and improving application performance
  • Continuously discover, evaluate and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
  • Effectively design software systems using existing architectures and patterns by following industry best practices using C#, MVC 4.0/5.0 and T-SQL
  • Unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability
  • Participates in planning, estimation and scheduling activities
  • Participates in design reviews, code reviews, test plan reviews and documentation reviews
  • Performs other duties as required

The requirements include a BS in Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Systems or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience, and experience in developing functional specifications for commercial software products.  In addition, they are looking for with the following:

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong communication, presentation and writing skills
  • Strong abstraction, organization and simplification skills
  • Detailed understanding of business processes
  • Understanding of functional specification approaches that lead to successful technical design and test case development
  • Strong process definition skills
  • Skilled at abstracting process details from domain experts
  • Skilled at analyzing and mapping complex processes
  • Skilled at identifying exception conditions

In addition, they would like 1 to 2 years’ experience developing software that included specific experience in the following:

  • Knowledge and experience with n-tier, enterprise-scalable, distributed application environments built on .NET Framework using ASP.NET MVC 4.5/5.0
  • Strong knowledge of communications protocols, Object Oriented (O.O.), programming techniques and multi-threaded applications
  • Experience in JavaScript libraries – AngularJS, jQuery
  • Database experience to include SQL Server and Oracle design and administration
  • Experience with ESRI ArcGIS Server technologies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Initiative and self-motivation to work independently on projects
  • Ability to create and present key requirements artifacts without direct supervision
  • Interpersonal and team work skills

To sum it up, here a list of qualities that the preferred applicant will have:

  • MS Degree in Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Systems or related discipline is a plus
  • Experience with Objective – C and Cocoa Touch Development
  • Experience working with iOS frameworks such as Core Data, Core Animation, Core Graphics and Core Text.
  • Understanding of the full mobile development life cycle

Anybody interested in applying should contact:

Jeffrey L Brooks | Lead Recruiter/Great Lakes Region | Michael Baker International
100 Airside Drive | Pittsburgh (Moon Township) PA 15108| [O] 412-269-4656 [F] 412-472-9116
jeffrey.brooks@mbakerintl.com | www.mbakerintl.com

Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) seeking Interns/New Hires for Classified Work

Can you keep a secret?

 Do you want to make a difference in keeping our nation safe?

CSC is seeking to hire over 100 graduates and interns for software developer roles to work with classified information in our Nation’s Capital and surrounding areas (Virginia, Maryland).

 Our Software Engineers:

·         Work in agile development teams,
·         Performs technical planning,
·         System integration,
·         Verification and validation,
·         Supportability and effectiveness analyses across large and complex systems,
·         ….. and get to work on projects in new technologies.

Our Software Development team is recognized as an industry leader in preparedness, sustainment, and modernization. Our work on defense programs is critical to our national security. Be part of a team that makes an impact every day!

 What we are looking for!

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited institution and no more than 1 year of relevant work experience from the time of degree
  • Familiar one or more -Java, C++, Python, Ruby on Rails
  • Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and roles within each phase
  • Hands on software development experience in an internship or school project capacity
  • Basic understanding of programming and scripting languages

 To qualify – You Must:

  • Be a US Citizen
  • Have or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Security+ Certification within 60 days of employment

If you are ready for challenge and wish to help keep the bad guy out,  CSC is where you want to start your career….!

Join our Community today!

Email your resume to awolf9@csc.com

Thank you!

Amanda Wolf
CSC
awolf9@csc.com

Microsoft .NET Developer Position at SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P. is the business minded, tech-savvy, people driven alternative to large professional services organization. Our consultants take a practical and collaborative approach to deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to national and regional customers by effectively working with business and I.T. to serve as the “execution partner of choice”.  SDLC is proud to be recognized as the #2 job creator in Pennsylvania by Inc.’s 2013 Hire Power.

PURPOSE: As part of one of the region’s fastest growing consulting firms, you will be responsible for analysis, design, development and implementation of robust business systems.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • working with a wide array of business and IT management to analyze, design and develop object-oriented solutions utilizing the Microsoft .NET technology platform
  • creating technical documentation like system architecture design, use case diagrams, sequence diagrams and class diagrams using rational modeling tools
  • developing application’s graphic user interface using ASP.NET and JavaScript

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or related
  • Experience – Two to five years of previous experience in the position offered or related position developing solutions using C#, ASP.NET, Web Forms, LINQ, JavaScript, CSS, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Additional Qualifications:
    • Thorough knowledge of computer science fundamentals, strong working knowledge of object-oriented programming techniques, and a good familiarity with client-server systems
    • Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including design reviews, quality assurance methods, and software release planning
    • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Strong ability to influence, negotiate and motivate
    • Desire for achievement and action
    • Puts the team first and supports other members without guidance
    • Self-starter, ability to project manage work and work of other

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply through ColonialTRAK by October 19, 2015 at 11:59pm. The ID number for this position on ColonialTRAK is 32168.

Associate Java Developer Position at SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P. is the business minded, tech-savvy, people driven alternative to large professional services organization. Our consultants take a practical and collaborative approach to deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to national and regional customers by effectively working with business and I.T. to serve as the “execution partner of choice”.  SDLC is proud to be recognized as the #2 job creator in Pennsylvania by Inc.’s 2013 Hire Power.

PURPOSE: As part of one of the region’s fastest growing consulting firms, you will be responsible for analysis, design, development, and implementation of robust business systems.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Developing web applications utilizing Java technologies, design patterns, frameworks and tools such as Servlets, JSF, Struts, Wink, Spring and Hibernate
  • Developing an application’s user interface using JSPs, AJAX, JSON and JavaScript
  • Familiarity with development using SOA principles

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 0 – 10% travel time required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related degree
  • Experience – Entry level; 0- 2 years of professional experience in similar role
    • Internship experience is a plus
  • Specialized Knowledge (preferred previous experience) –
    • Utilizing Angular or JQuery
    • Implementing Responsive Web Design
    • Writing REST based web services
  • Additional Qualifications –
    • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
    • Strong interpersonal skills
    • Previous consulting experience is a plus

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply through ColonialTRAK by October 19, 2015 at 11:59pm. The ID number for this position on ColonialTRAK is 32167.

Quality Assurance Consultant Position at SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P. is the business minded, tech-savvy, people driven alternative to large professional services organization. Our consultants take a practical and collaborative approach to deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to national and regional customers by effectively working with business and I.T. to serve as the “execution partner of choice”.  SDLC is proud to be recognized as the #2 job creator in Pennsylvania by Inc.’s 2013 Hire Power.

PURPOSE: As part of one of the region’s fastest growing consulting firms, you will be responsible for collaborating with other testers, business analysts, and subject matter experts to plan testing strategy and write test cases.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Interpret use cases, user interface specifications, and other functional requirements
  • Develop test plans and test cases
  • Gather various types of requirements including data, functional, business, and technical
  • Able to work in one or more software development methodologies (waterfall-based and/or iterative) and one or more quality management tools
  • Analyze functional or technical requirements for completeness, correctness, and testability

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education – B.S. in computer science, information systems, math, or engineering
  • Experience – 2+ years of experience in software quality assurance with an emphasis in functional testing
  • Specialized Knowledge (preferred):
    • Understanding of how technical risk and business priorities influence the specifics of a test strategy and test plan
    • Basic programming skills and database skills (writing SQL queries)
    • Experience or interest in automated functional testing
  • Additional Qualifications:
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment on one or more projects concurrently
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Strong problem solving as well as critical thinking skills
    • Desire for achievement and action

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply through ColonialTRAK by October 19, 2015 at 11:59pm. The ID number for this position on ColonialTRAK is 32169.

Project Manager Analyst Consultant Position at SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P. is the business minded, tech-savvy, people driven alternative to large professional services organization. Our consultants take a practical and collaborative approach to deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to national and regional customers by effectively working with business and I.T. to serve as the “execution partner of choice”. SDLC is proud to be recognized as the #2 job creator in Pennsylvania by Inc.’s 2013 Hire Power.

PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to serve as project management support to our client’s program/project managers as they manage the overall performance and delivery of large/cross-functional software development and/or transformation projects for our clients. This includes analyzing and documenting project issues, decision logs, action items and risks associated with the project.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Partner with the Program/Project Manager to analyze and document project issues, decision logs, action items and risk associated with the project
  • Assist the Program/Project Manager in developing and maintaining project plans, managing project schedules, scope, risk, issues, and budget
  • Leverage project management best practices and domain knowledge
  • Cultivates and relies on extensive informal networks inside and outside to assist the project team in resolving problems
  • Assists with the development of project communications such as status reports, budget reports, executive summaries, change requests, etc. while maintaining predictable communication schedules
  • Assists with scheduling and managing project meetings and producing meeting minutes
  • Demonstrates strong skills in analysis, problem solving, communication, documentation, and critical thinking

QUALIFICATIONS::

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in business or IT
  • 2+ years of experience working on projects within a software development and/or transformation environment helpful
  • Exposure to software development methodologies such as Waterfall, iterative or Agile methodologies
  • Understanding of the software development lifecycle
  • Business development, statement of work, proposal development
  • Consulting/client facing experience
  • Healthcare payer/provider experience helpful
  • Ability to work in a high pace growth environment
  • Driven for results and high achievement while maintaining a positive, can do attitude
  • Strong self-starter and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong verbal and written communication and influencing skills
  • Strong Analytical skills – Able to analyze and document project issues, decision logs, action items and risk associated with the project
  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of products including Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Exposure to or experience with MS Project a plus
  • Experience navigating and updating Sharepoint.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply through ColonialTRAK by October 19, 2015 at 11:59pm. The ID number for this position on ColonialTRAK is 32173.

Cobol Developer Position at SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P. is the business minded, tech-savvy, people driven alternative to large professional services organization. Our consultants take a practical and collaborative approach to deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to national and regional customers by effectively working with business and I.T. to serve as the “execution partner of choice”. SDLC is proud to be recognized as the #2 job creator in Pennsylvania by Inc.’s 2013 Hire Power.

PURPOSE: The purpose of this project is to work with our client to support their various COBOL applications, providing enhancements and maintenance.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Partner with clients to develop a trusted relationship
  • Work with a wide array of business and IT management to analyze, design and develop system architecture using standard COBOL design patterns
  • Analyze existing programs to determine the impact of proposed changes and propose alternative approaches
  • Create technical documentation, including system architecture and design, use case diagrams, and workflow diagrams and verified against business requirements
  • Support testing, debugging, and refining the software to produce the required product
  • Good experience in application of standard software development principles
  • Flexibility to work on modifications to existing systems as well as development of brand new mainframe applications

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Education – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related degree
  • Experience in Mainframe COBOL
    • Minimum 3-4 years of mainframe-based application development experience
    • Preferred: 7+ years of mainframe-based application development experience
  • Specialized Knowledge
    • Thorough knowledge of COBOL programming language
    • Thorough knowledge of JCL and job scheduling techniques
    • Experience with staging and packaging elements for production turnover
    • Experience with DB2 and SQL queries, including integration of queries within COBOL programs
    • Experience with program debugging tools such as Expeditor or Tracemaster
    • Experience with IBM utilities in JCL such as IDCAMS, IEBGENER, IEFBR14, SYNCSORT
    • Experience in on-call situations solving production abends is a plus
  • Demonstrated experience with DB2
  • Healthcare insurance industry experience preferred but not required
  • Additional Qualifications
    • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
    • Basic client-facing skills
    • Desire for achievement and action
    • Previous consulting experience is a plus
    • Strong focus on delivery to the client through execution

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply through ColonialTRAK by October 19, 2015 at 11:59pm. The ID number for this position on ColonialTRAK is 32326.

Internship at Highmark Health

Highmark Health are currently seeking undergraduate students who are on a Computer Science/Information Technology Career Path and who are searching for an internship opportunity to jump start their careers.

Interns will be exposed to a world class software tool that utilizes artificial intelligence technology in order to define people and companies and their relationship to Highmark, in addition to relational database concepts for both Oracle and Teradata databases and work extensively with Structured Query Language (SQL) within Pennsylvania’s largest Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurer. Interns will also be exposed to Microsoft Visio, Teradata SQL Assistant, and other software tools used by the EDW business team.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong academic background in Computer Science / Information Technology
• College Junior or Senior preferred
• Minimum 3.50 GPA
• Must possess proven analytical and interpersonal skills
• Strong written, communication and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Agile Methodology
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