IT Desktop Intern

National Indemnity Company•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NICO National Indemnity Company, a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, is seeking an IT Desktop Intern. This role offers the benefits of a large company with a friendly, small company atmosphere and unparalleled financial strength and stability. Candidates must be local to Omaha and able to work there for at least one year while maintaining a full-time course load. The internship provides an opportunity to learn about PC deployment and usage in a business environment, wired and wireless network troubleshooting, PC hardware and software troubleshooting and repair, help desk team skills, and methods for deploying and managing anti-virus and Windows Updates. The company fosters employee involvement through Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting, social gatherings, and professional development, and regularly seeks employee input. NICO also prioritizes health and wellbeing with an integrated wellness program, an online wellness portal, and a complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center in its Omaha office.

Requirements

Freshman or sophomore standing
Major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Assurance, MIS, or equivalent
Understanding and ability to configure personal computer hardware and related software
Knowledge of Windows 10 and Office Suite of Applications
Familiarity with networking and client/server applications
Basic keyboarding skill
Ability to work well with others
Work with detail with accuracy
Maintain strict confidentiality
Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Must be local and able to work in Omaha for at least one year while taking on a full-time course load

Responsibilities

Configuring new personal computers for users
Assembling and installing hardware components
Installing and configuring software
Testing all aspects of hardware and software to ensure equipment is properly set up for end users
Reconfiguring existing personal computers and related software for users
Installing or upgrading software on workstations
Documenting computer configuration and inventory information
Following, maintaining, and updating documentation regarding the process of configuring and installing hardware and software
Light programming of small Intranet and Internet applications

Benefits

Retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment
100% employer match up to 5% for retirement and savings plan
Medical insurance (for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents)
Dental insurance (for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents)
Vision insurance (for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents)
Dedicated Learning & Development program
100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program
Subsidized downtown parking
Competitive time off policies
Parental leave
Employee Assistance program
Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting with others, social gatherings, and professional development
Online wellness portal
Complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center
Robust wellness program