How to hire a student technician

How to hire a student technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step student technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a student technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new student technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The student technician hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A student technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, student technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents student technician salaries for various positions.

   Type of Student Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Student Technician	Computer support specialists provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some, called computer network support specialists, support information technology (IT) employees within their organization... Show more	$7-24
   Information Technology Internship	When it comes to an information technology internship, one of the primary responsibilities is to follow directions from supervisors and gain practical experience. Most of the tasks revolve around lending assistance in generating codes and building a database, participate in troubleshooting, and developing network systems under the supervision of more experienced colleagues... Show more	$12-22
   Technical Internship	In a technical internship, the responsibilities will vary according to the organization or industry. Despite this, most of the tasks will revolve around accomplishing tasks or directives handed out by managers or supervisors, which might include duties such as researching and analyzing, crafting new ideas from scratch, assisting other personnel, and sharing insights during discussions... Show more	$12-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Java
   • JavaScript
   • SQL
   • GPA
   • CSS
   • Android
   • HTML
   • Customer Service
   • C++
   • Patients
   • Math
   • PowerPoint
   • Patient Care
   • Radiology

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   Responsibilities:

   • Set up and manage all Linux labs campus-wide.
   • Manage encryption key using common asymmetric algorithms and distribute mechanism.
   • Set up IP's & DNS for machines.
   • Update department websites using HTML.
   • Create and maintain databases for various customers with SQL.
   • Support with setting up PowerPoint presentations and video conferences.

   More student technician duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the student technician job description is a good way to get more applicants. A student technician salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a student technician in Mississippi may be lower than in Vermont, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level student technician. Additionally, a student technician with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average student technician salary

   $13.91hourly

   $28,926 yearly

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   Entry-level student technician salary

   $16,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average student technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New Jersey	$32,184	$15
   2	Connecticut	$32,076	$15
   3	New York	$31,650	$15
   4	California	$31,357	$15
   5	Massachusetts	$31,092	$15
   6	Virginia	$29,397	$14
   7	Colorado	$29,000	$14
   8	Pennsylvania	$27,917	$13
   9	Arizona	$27,859	$13
   10	North Carolina	$27,094	$13
   11	Michigan	$25,896	$12
   12	Ohio	$25,860	$12
   13	Illinois	$25,764	$12
   14	Utah	$25,719	$12
   15	Indiana	$23,711	$11
   16	Missouri	$23,666	$11
   17	Kansas	$23,066	$11
   18	Nebraska	$22,965	$11
   19	Iowa	$22,552	$11
   20	Texas	$22,123	$11

   Average student technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Siemens	$60,629	$29.15	29
   2	Terex	$58,477	$28.11	2
   3	Siemens Enterprise Communications Inc	$57,908	$27.84
   4	University of California-Berkeley	$51,225	$24.63	1
   5	Covenant College	$50,072	$24.07	4
   6	Lockheed Martin	$49,695	$23.89	18
   7	VIVA USA	$47,027	$22.61
   8	Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs	$46,953	$22.57
   9	Missouri State University	$44,696	$21.49	4
   10	Southcoast Health	$44,337	$21.32	1
   11	Springfield Technical Community College	$43,932	$21.12	1
   12	Yale University	$41,128	$19.77	8
   13	Woody Anderson Ford	$40,360	$19.40
   14	Unisys	$38,714	$18.61	7
   15	Baptist Health	$38,304	$18.42	6
   16	Amazon	$38,096	$18.32	333
   17	Lifespan	$37,702	$18.13
   18	Johnson County Community College	$37,565	$18.06	2
   19	Washington Regional Medical Center	$37,472	$18.02	2
   20	Monroe Community College	$37,150	$17.86	1

4. Writing a student technician job description

   A good student technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a student technician job description:

   Student technician job description example

   We Believe in Better!
   We are a global information technology company that builds high-performance, security-centric solutions that can help change the world. Enhancing people's lives through secure, reliable advanced technology is our vision.
   At Unisys, we believe in better! Here, you have the opportunity to learn new skills, apply your expertise, and solve complex problems with cutting edge technologies and solutions. You are part of a global diverse team that supports you, drives change, and delivers successful results consistently.
   
   Our associates are at the forefront of everything we do, driving our clients' successes while giving back to communities and making this world a safer and more secure place to live and work. Our success is a direct result of the work of our people who live and breathe our Core Beliefs. Simply put, we believe in better lives. Join us!
   
   Learn more about Unisys and our key solution offerings: Unisys, Stealth™, CloudForte , InteliServe™
   
   What success looks like in this role:
   
   A technical student attached to Unisys for a period of time such as a summer intern or co-op student. Key Responsibilities 1. Uses learned processes, standards, and tools on assigned project(s). 2. Learns a product, tool, or technical area relying on technical staff for domain knowledge. 3. Participates in different phases of software development (e.g. design, implementation, support, etc.). 4. Works independently or as an effective team member. 5. Identifies and escalates issues as required. 6. Gains awareness of requirements in area of defined tasks. 7. Receives and understands projects and task estimates from senior staff members. 8. Under direction or guidance, executes well defined tasks of limited scope and duration such as the: a. implements simple features b. writes clear and accurate documentation that supports implementation, problem analysis and/or problem resolutions c. set-up and maintain system software development environments d. execute prewritten tests e. writes and/or reviews test cases for clarity and accuracy f. Implements test cases g. gathers information to assist in problem analysis and resolution h. fixes simple defects/problems in defined areas of code 9. Provides status (written or verbal) on work efforts as required
   
   You will be successful in this role if you have:
   Key Qualifications • Student enrolled in Bachelor or Master degree program majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineer, Mathematics or related discipline • Knowledge of basic software engineering concepts • Problem solving • Familiar with SDLC (software development life cycle) concepts • Familiar with one or more programming language(s) • Able to learn and apply new technologies quickly • Has a natural curiosity for technology • Able to work effectively in a team oriented environment or as an independent contributor • Good written and verbal communication skills

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find student technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your student technician job on Zippia to find and recruit student technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with student technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   If your interviews with student technician applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new student technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the student technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new student technician first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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