Summer 2026 Internship - IT Systems Administrator

Election Systems & Software • Omaha, NE

127d • $22

About The Position

Election Systems & Software (ES&S) is located in Omaha, Nebraska. ES&S is the leading provider of voting machines and systems in North America. Our vision at ES&S is simple and unwavering — we provide products and services of exceptional quality and value to maintain voter confidence and enhance the voting experience. This is a full-time, 12-week internship from May 18 to August 7, 2026. Summer interns typically work from 8:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday through Friday — approximately 40 hours per week. While contributing to department initiatives, interns will also engage in educational experiences that help prepare them for workplace life.

Requirements

• Strong interest in learning and self-development
• Be a self-starter
• Effective communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Basic understanding of: Networking, Hypervisors, and Virtual Machines; Active Directory; Windows Server; Data Protection

Responsibilities

• Maintain server infrastructure (physical and virtual) for the purpose of ensuring effective and efficient delivery of IT services in compliance with established guidelines and objectives
• Implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware
• Install and test hardware and software updates and enhancements; troubleshoot hardware and software problems in various operating environments; and plan and execute routine maintenance of systems and applications
• Oversee various areas of the vSphere/VMware and server environment
• Oversee Active Directory, Windows Servers, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365
• Oversee storage environment
• Oversee patching software and hardware
• Automate daily/weekly jobs (using provided tools, scripting, etc.) for process improvements
• Participate and assist in major technology projects
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• $22 per hour compensation
• Professional learning opportunity
• Engagement in educational experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees