Intern- Information Technology (OIT- Help Desk)

Texas A&M University System • Laredo, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The OIT Intern will assist the Help Desk staff with the daily functions of the OIT Helpdesk. This position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions and maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule. Promptly complete all required trainings and submit time sheets bi-weekly. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Requirements

• TAMIU student majoring in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).
• Strong computer Knowledge, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must possess excellent customer service and teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with the general public.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work and attend to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to resolve problems by analyzing, recommending, and implementing changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist users with account, computer, and telephone related issues via email, telephone, chat/remote desktop, office, and in person.
• Troubleshoot PCs, Apple systems, and various software applications.
• Verify that all KIOSKs and Digital Signage work properly weekly.
• Maintain required documentation in the Ticketing Management System.
• Decommission nonfunctional computers and equipment to surplus.
• Work on special projects consisting of, but not limited to, physically mounting network and network-related equipment and preparing computers with an updated software image.
• Maintain inventory of network hardware and communication connections.
• Route calls to appropriate personnel.
• Use sound, independent judgment when performing duties.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Work hours can be scheduled around your class schedule.
• Opportunity to begin your working career in an environment that will help you develop and grow as an employee.
• Short commute to work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed