Administration & Human Resources
College Aide
$19.14 an hour
Posted until October 20, 2026 · posted August 21, 2026
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For Assignment Level I: Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school. For Assignment Level II (Information Technology): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school.
Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study.
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For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school.
Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study.
Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
SPECIAL NOTE Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods.
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The work
What the job is.
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17 hrs a week
“College Aides are permitted to work up to 17 hours per week during the school year, and full time (35 hours) during the summer.”
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- Hours
- Part-Time - 35 Hours
- Work Location
- 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101
College Aides are permitted to work up to 17 hours per week during the school year, and full time (35 hours) during the summer. Please note you must be a student enrolled in an accredited college or graduate school to be eligible for the position.
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The NYC Department of Design and Construction's Human Resources and Staff Development Division is seeking a College Aide for the Human Resources & Staff Development’s (HRSD) Data Management Unit.
This candidate will have the opportunity to gain practical experience working with data collection, analysis, reporting, and visualization. The intern will collaborate with HRSD’s Data Management team to support business decisions through data-driven insights while developing technical and analytical skills.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Collect, clean, and organize data from various sources.
- Analyze datasets to identify trends, patterns, and business insights.
- Create reports, dashboards, and visualizations using tools such as Excel, Access and Power BI.
- Assist with maintaining databases and ensuring data accuracy.
- Support data quality and validation activities.
- Document data processes and maintain project documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data-related initiatives.
- Perform ad hoc analysis and administrative tasks as assigned.
Please note: All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.).
In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1
practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law and is not hiring temporary employees. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.
Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service.
A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dcas/downloads/pdf/employment/nyc-dcas-foreign-education-evaluation guide.pdf.
All applicants, including City Employees:
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Skills they'd like
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s degree program in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with SQL, Python, R, Power BI, or Tableau is a plus.
- Basic understanding of databases and data analysis concepts.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
Live in NYC within 90 days (usually)
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
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