About the role#
InterSystems is hiring students for co-op positions within our Technical Services organization. You will work in one of several areas including networking, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, or general IT. This role combines hands-on technical work with mentorship from experienced professionals. You will take ownership of a defined project that addresses a real operational need, allowing you to apply your skills and demonstrate technical growth.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to technical operations and projects in your primary area of focus.
- Work with enterprise tools and processes in a production IT environment.
- Investigate problems, document your findings, and help implement practical solutions.
- Collaborate with Technical Services colleagues and internal business partners.
- Learn and follow IT service-management, change-management, and security practices.
- Present the outcomes and lessons learned from your project.
- Help build, secure, and troubleshoot enterprise networks, firewalls, and monitoring systems.
- Identify and respond to threats through security monitoring and vulnerability management.
- Gain experience with Windows, Linux, cloud technologies, and systems administration.
- Support endpoints, hardware, and software to improve the employee experience.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Networking, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a strong desire to learn.
- Logical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- An interest in how IT supports a global business.
- Good communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
- A willingness to ask questions, accept guidance, and take ownership of your work.
- Coursework or experience in areas such as Windows, Linux, networking, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, scripting, systems administration, or computer hardware.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About InterSystems
InterSystems provides data technology platforms for organizations in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain sectors. The company operates in more than 80 countries and maintains 39 offices globally. It focuses on solving data interoperability, speed, and scalability issues for large enterprises. Founded in 1978, the firm is privately held and based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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