IT Support Intern

SUMMARY OBJECTIVE:

Respond to user requests for service, troubleshoot problems and help develop solutions. Support PC hardware components, desktop operating system software, and application software. Duties 

include installing and maintaining computer systems including software and hardware on 

desktops and laptops, resolving internet and network access issues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. The IT Support area is the main client contact point for IT related issues; (IT hardware, software, applications, telephones, etc.) This position is responsible for receiving clients’ calls, resolving the caller’s issue, or escalating the appropriate party.

2. Keep track of incoming requests within incident management ticketing system. Enter the important details including steps to resolve the issue accurately and in a timely manner based on the standard SLA’s. Assign tickets to the appropriate support operator when necessary.

3. Assist with configuring new and repurposed IT equipment in accordance with the established configuration requirements. Provide high-level customer service when deploying all IT equipment to an end-user following the installation procedure. 

4. Apply software patches to IT equipment in accordance with the established change management practices, using the automated patch management system where applicable. 

5. Adhere to IT policies and procedures. 

6. Maintain a good working relationship with Company employees. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and motivated to work as a team player to contribute to the success of the department and in turn, the organization.

7. Follow the core principles representing the ideal behaviors that will guide the IT Team to success: 1.) Respect Others, 2.) Give Your Best, 3.) Be Accountable, 4.) Communicate Transparently and Effectively, 5.) Inquire and Provide Honest Feedback, and 6.) Commit to a Lifetime of learning.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position requires no supervision of employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The employee is frequently required to: 1) Type or otherwise work with fingers; 2) Talk expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers or clients accurately, loudly, or quickly; 3) Hearing – perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with/without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and make the discriminations in sound; 4) Specific vision abilities required by this job include: viewing a computer monitor; extensive reading.

Sedentary work may require occasionally lifting of up to 10 pounds and/or move up to 25 pounds. This work involves sitting most of the time, walking and sitting.

TRAVEL:

Moderate travel is required for this position.

COMPENTENCIES:

1. Strong Communication Proficiency

2. Technology Savvy

3. Customer/Client Focus

4. Deadline Oriented

5. Analytical Skills

6. Interpersonal Skills

7. Ethical Conduct

REQUIRED/PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

In pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in in an Information Technology related field (with 6 credits or more completed). A practical knowledge of mobile and PC operating and application systems with an understanding of network topologies is required. A proven ability to diagnose and correct operating system and application problems. Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills are required.

Professional demeanor with clear and direct communication skills. Self-motivated and results oriented.