High School Student Assistant - Systems Administration
About The Position
The Student Assistant will support W. M. Keck Observatory’s Systems Administration team with hands-on computer hardware, software, and organizational tasks. The role includes setting up Windows and Mac systems, troubleshooting, building and testing network cables, and keeping equipment organized and ready for use. The student will also assist with data entry, software configuration and troubleshooting across platforms, network table data management, file and inventory organization, cable pulling, room tidying, and labeling. The position provides an opportunity to learn about systems administration and the behind-the-scenes operation of technology at an astronomy observatory.
Requirements
- Be a high school student in good standing.
- Have computer skills.
- Be able to work part-time hours during the school year and during the summer.
Responsibilities
- Help set up Windows and Mac systems.
- Troubleshoot computer hardware and systems.
- Build and test network cables.
- Organize and maintain equipment.
- Assist with data entry.
- Assist with configuring and troubleshooting software across different platforms.
- Help manage network table data.
- Organize files and inventory.
- Pull cables, tidy rooms, and label items.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a dedicated team advancing astronomy.
- Hands-on experience and an opportunity to learn systems administration.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
