About the role#
The Junior Infrastructure Co-op supports the administration and operation of core infrastructure platforms. Working alongside Infrastructure Engineers, you will gain hands-on experience with cloud services, servers, virtualization, monitoring, storage, backup, and disaster recovery technologies. This role assists with daily operational activities, documentation, automation, and infrastructure improvement initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the administration and monitoring of Microsoft Azure and on-premises infrastructure services.
- Support server maintenance, patch validation, system monitoring, and operational checks.
- Help maintain system inventories, configuration records, architectural diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Participate in backup verification, recovery testing, and disaster recovery activities.
- Investigate infrastructure alerts and assist with incident troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Support infrastructure projects, migrations, upgrades, and service improvement initiatives.
- Assist in developing PowerShell scripts and automation solutions to improve efficiency.
- Work with vendors and internal teams during maintenance activities and project implementations.
- Follow change management, security, and operational procedures.
What you'll need#
- In-progress degree program from an accredited university or college with a concentration in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Windows Server administration, and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
- Experience with PowerShell scripting and virtualization concepts.
- Basic understanding of backup and recovery processes.
- Preferred: Completed coursework in Cloud Computing, Networking, Windows Server Administration, and Virtualization Technologies.
- Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Entra Privileged Identity Management, Conditional Access, Identity Governance, lifecycle workflows, access packages, and hybrid identity synchronization.
- Preferred: Familiarity with Microsoft Graph, Kusto Query Language, service management processes, audit controls, and security frameworks.
- Preferred: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft AZ-900, VMware Certified Professional, CompTIA Server+, or ITIL Foundation.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States.
- Schedule: 1st shift, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
- Employment: Full-time Co-Op.
- Compensation: $22 to $30 per hour based on experience.
About S&C Electric Company
S&C Electric Company manufactures electrical equipment for power distribution. Founded in 1911, the company focuses on smart grid solutions, renewable energy integration, and power quality systems. It maintains a global workforce of over 2,700 employees. The company is headquartered in Chicago and operates from multiple international locations.
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