Systems Administrator Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)
About The Position
As a spring/summer co-op with the RTX BBN team, you will work from January to August, both independently and alongside full-time staff. You will install and configure server hardware and networking equipment, or work directly with end users to ensure they have the hardware and software they need. You will also collaborate with engineering staff, external vendors, and other collaborators to solve technical problems. This is an onsite role in Cambridge, Massachusetts; eligible candidates must reside or relocate within commuting distance. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract. No security clearance is required.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, or a related field throughout the duration of the co-op.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Windows 11 operating systems administration.
- Knowledge of PC hardware repair for laptops, desktops, and servers.
- Exposure to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (or CentOS), Ubuntu, or Windows Server.
- Background in scripting.
- Understanding of basic IT infrastructure services, security, and protocols.
Responsibilities
- Write scripts to streamline and automate daily processes.
- Maintain data center operations, including verifying server and equipment health status.
- Organize the data center and manage the disposition of retired servers.
- Support servers and desktops running Linux, Windows, or macOS operating systems.
- Organize and maintain the IT document repository.
- Conduct research and evaluate products.
- Diagnose and resolve everyday IT issues for users.
- Stage and deploy IT equipment.
- Install and configure server hardware and networking equipment, or support end users with their hardware and software needs.
- Work with engineering staff, external vendors, and collaborators to solve problems.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Employee assistance program
- Employee Scholar Program
- Parental leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
