About the role#
The Active Optical Systems Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory develops optical and infrared sensor technologies for national security. As an IT/Systems Administrator Co-Op, you will support the group’s infrastructure and daily technical operations. You will report to a mentor who previously completed his own co-ops within this specific group.
What you'll do#
- Support day-to-day IT needs, including troubleshooting and system maintenance.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Manage network configurations and keep software licenses current.
- Assist with implementing security measures that follow government and Laboratory policies.
- Build and modify systems that support research projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Networking, or IT degree program.
- Completion of at least 1-2 years of undergraduate study.
- Knowledge of Windows, Windows Server, Unix/Linux, and macOS.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking challenges.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, OS imaging tools like kickstart or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, and BitLocker.
- Basic knowledge of scripting languages such as bash, Perl, or python.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Experience in mission critical environments is a plus.
- Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Massachusetts.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time position.
- Note: U.S. citizenship is required. The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
About MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center. Founded in 1951, it focuses on technology development and system prototyping for national security. The organization is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. It employs over 4,000 people and works with industry partners to transition new concepts into deployed systems.
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