Software Developer Training Program

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UT Austin offers paid positions to learn on-the-job how to support administrative and business applications for the University.  We seek people with strong communication skills, who can analyze and solve complex problems, and like to work collaboratively.  To be eligible to apply, you must first pass an aptitude test.  The test is not technical.  It evaluates your ability to solve problems.  Previous programming experience is not required, although some hiring departments may consider it an asset.  After an initial training period of approximately six months, you may be eligible to be promoted to be a Software Developer.

Responsibilities of the trainee position will include:

• Conducting a full range of programming tasks including analysis, coding, and debugging of complex program logic.
• Establish test procedures; test, and debug programs.
• Determining data needs and entity relationships; design database structures for efficient and effective data storage and retrieval.
• Developing user-friendly, standards-compliant application interfaces.
• Determining clients' business requirements, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations to meet business constraints and satisfy existing and future software needs, adhering to software coding and documentation standards.
• Communicating with and training internal and external clients. 
• Efficiently managing time and resources within a software development project.

Aptitude Test & Application Process

Applicants to the program must pass an aptitude test and submit an employment application.

Step 1: Schedule yourself to take the Software Developer Aptitude Test*. Applicants with disabilities or any accommodation request in the testing process can contact Human Resources at (512) 471-4772 or email HRSC@austin.utexas.edu for assistance.  

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About the test:

• The test assumes no prior programming experience and is not a coding exercise. 
• The test is timed and proctored; allow at least two hours for the test.
• A test grade of "A"  must be made to apply for the position.
• The test may be taken once every 24 months.

Step 2: Check your score

Your grade will be posted online within a week of your test date.  If you made an “A” on the test, you are qualified to apply for any available "Software Developer Trainee" position(s) posted on the UT Jobs site.

Step 3: Submit your application

Submit your application online, or go to the Employment Center in UT Administration Building (UTA) at 1616 Guadalupe St. Room 1.408, Austin TX, 78701. Applying for a Software Developer Trainee position must occur after taking the test.

Questions?

For questions, email baitlc@austin.utexas.edu.