Telecommunications Intern- Sales Engineering

GCI Communication Corp • Anchorage, AK

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

GCI's Telecommunications Internship program is designed to give students hands-on experience in a real-world business environment while interfacing with GCI professionals to learn about various employment opportunities available within the telecommunications industry. Students will work alongside GCI employees to develop a project that is aligned with their interests and the needs of the department they are assigned to. As a Telecommunications Intern, the student will function as a staff member gaining practical knowledge and experience while supporting the organization’s mission. The student will participate in project-oriented work to include research, analysis, report generation etc.

Requirements

• Must be actively enrolled in High School at a junior or senior level or college student.
• Must be at least 14 years of age.
• Must adhere to and meet conditions per Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development Sec.23.10.325 – 23.10.370 and Title 8 Chapter 05 of Child Labor for minors 14 to 15 years of age rules and guidelines.
• Proficient computer skills including knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel), SharePoint, DocuSign, Smartsheet, Oracle E-Business Suite, Salesforce, and IBM Planning Analytics to complete job duties effectively.
• Some knowledge of MS Word, Excel, data entry experience, and Internet familiarity.
• Basic knowledge of operating systems such as MS Windows or UNIX.
• Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
• Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the telecommunications industry.
• Some computer (IT) and / or cellular phone experience.
• Telecom industry specific certifications and/or job specific certifications.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned project in accordance with directions, timeframes, scope, and budget
• Produce a well written, completed project report that outlines steps and conclusions reached.
• Maintain a weekly log of activities to include contacts, meetings, references.
• Meet with mentor on a weekly basis to review project progress.

Benefits

• The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7 environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business needs employees may be contacted outside of the core business hours to respond to an immediate emergency. As such, you will be requested to provide emergency after hours contact numbers, to include your home and cell phone numbers if you have those services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED