Accelerate - IT Solutions and Operations Intern - Summer 2027

Avis Budget Group • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Avis Budget Group is hiring an IT Solutions and Operations Intern for its 10-week Accelerate Internship Program in Summer 2027. The program offers department-specific learning, professional development workshops, opportunities to hear from company leaders and network with senior leadership, and visits to field operations. This is a full-time, in-office internship at the company's corporate headquarters in Parsippany, New Jersey, for 40 hours per week. The hourly rate is $35.

The intern will support technology projects for rental stations, field operations, and corporate users, spanning initiatives such as automated gate exit systems, digital signage, identity management, and email and collaboration platforms. The role includes coordinating project activities, assisting with hardware and software deployments, troubleshooting and documenting technical issues, creating project and training documentation, and working with cross-functional teams and external vendors. The intern will also identify ways to improve processes and technology delivery.

Requirements

• Actively enrolled at a college or university and graduating in May or June 2027; intended for rising seniors.
• Pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong interest in technology implementation, IT project coordination, and solving real-world business challenges.
• Ability to adapt quickly, learn unfamiliar technologies, and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Foundational knowledge of computing concepts, operating systems, networking, and common productivity and collaboration tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment, independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to reliably commute to the Parsippany, New Jersey corporate headquarters.
• Ability to work full-time, in person, for 40 hours per week.
• Coursework or hands-on experience in information technology, computer science, information systems, networking, or related fields.
• Familiarity with hardware and software troubleshooting, system configuration, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to multitask, take initiative, and learn new technologies quickly.
• Collaborative mindset and desire to contribute positively to the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
• Basic scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages.
• Experience with IoT, connected devices, digital signage, endpoint management, or technology deployments.
• Interest or exposure to identity and access management tools such as Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID, and email and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, testing, and implementation of technology projects for rental stations, field operations, and corporate end users.
• Contribute to technology initiatives involving automated gate exit systems, digital signage, identity management, and email and collaboration platforms.
• Track project milestones, document requirements, prepare status updates, and follow up on action items across multiple projects.
• Participate in hardware and software deployments at rental stations and corporate locations, including configuration, testing, and validation.
• Help troubleshoot technical issues, document findings, and coordinate with appropriate teams to support successful implementations.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, standard operating procedures, and end-user training materials.
• Collaborate with field operations, IT infrastructure, security, and external vendor partners.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance technology delivery to stations and end users.

What This Job Offers

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