Desktop Engineer Intern
About The Position
This internship offers college students the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience in a professional technology environment while developing skills that translate directly to full-time roles in IT, systems, and engineering. Interns will work in an in-office setting and be treated as active contributors, not observers, gaining exposure to real operational workflows and professional standards. The role is designed to help students bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application by building confidence, accountability, and technical curiosity. Interns will develop a stronger understanding of how technology supports a business environment while learning how to communicate effectively, prioritize tasks, and work within a structured team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a BS, MS, or Ph.D. program in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field
- Coursework or hands-on experience with Windows operating systems and basic computer hardware
- Introductory understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
- Exposure to or interest in scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar)
- Interest in systems, infrastructure, desktop engineering, and enterprise IT operations
- Strong curiosity, willingness to learn, and problem-solving mindset
- Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with teammates across technical and non-technical groups
Responsibilities
- Complete your initial orientation and become familiar with our environment, infrastructure, and business
- Learn how the Systems, Desktop, and Application Support teams work together to support traders and internal users
- Begin a structured training plan covering system monitoring, user support workflows, and core infrastructure concepts
- Get introduced to basic scripting and automation concepts used to support operational tasks
- Assist with system monitoring and incident response under guidance
- Perform user workstation setup, software installations, and basic troubleshooting
- Build confidence diagnosing common desktop, application, and connectivity issues
- Begin writing or modifying simple scripts to assist with tasks such as system checks, data collection, or workflow automation
- Contribute to documentation and process improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams supporting production trading systems
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Environment that promotes collaboration, mentorship and continuous learning
- Sponsorship for qualified international candidates
- Reimbursement for in-person interview expenses (travel and childcare)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
