Introduction
The State Archives serves as the central depository for government records of permanent value. Its holdings date from Maryland's founding in 1634, and include colonial and state executive, legislative, and judicial records; county probate, land, and court records; church records; business records; state publications and reports; and special collections of private papers, maps, photographs, and newspapers. The Archives' Summer Internship Program provides opportunities for students interested in computer science, information technology, and related fields to gain valuable experience in the field through hands-on participation in actual development projects that will be used in the day-to-day fulfillment of the Archives’ core functions of preservation and access.
GRADE
76
LOCATION OF POSITION
350 Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
This position is an educational learning opportunity for Maryland students within a program that has been provided by the Archives for over forty years. The position is a ten week internship for undergraduate college and graduate school students to get hands-on experience and on-the-job training in the field of Information Technology.
POSITION DUTIES
Interns are expected to work 35 hours per week, starting on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, through Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Interns will engage in a variety of IT-related activities, including but not limited to designing websites using HTML or ASP.NET, or designing, developing, testing, implementing and maintaining applications in VB.NET.
Each student receives a staff mentor and works directly alongside professional IT staff members.
Minimum Qualifications
In order to be considered for an internship, must meet one of the following education requirements:
Education
- A current college student, undergraduate or graduate level
- Recent college graduate within the last year
AND
- Be a current resident of the state of Maryland or an enrolled student in a Maryland school
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Please list all coursework relevant to the Information Technology Majors, including but not limited to:
Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Game Design, Web and Application Development in the application section titled 'Specialized Training or Classes Relevant to the Job'. Relevant coursework is preferred, but is not required for consideration.
Knowledge of VB.Net, ASP.NET, MS SQL Server, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and/or Bootstrap is preferred. Any additional programming experience in other languages is also a plus. Please list any and all experience with these in terms of credits earned or project hours worked in the application section titled 'Specialized Training or Classes Relevant to the Job'.
Selection Plan
Applicants must upload the following materials as a single, multi-page document to the online application:
Resume
Academic transcripts, both undergraduate and graduate if applicable (unofficial copies are acceptable)
You must also be available for a telephone or virtual interview, if requested. Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, MD 21201.
Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
