About the role#
The IT Intern supports our team with end user support, backend testing, and department administration. You will collaborate with various departments to solve technical issues and learn how IT systems function within a manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Talk with end users to gather information about technical issues and specific use cases.
- Assist the team in troubleshooting and diagnosing system problems.
- Run tests on a variety of internal systems.
- Update technical documentation for users, technicians, and administrators.
- Coordinate with the Purchasing department on IT-related needs.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Cybersecurity, or a recent graduate within one year of completion.
- Minimum of 30 college credits completed with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Understanding of PC architectures, networking concepts, and operating system configuration.
- Experience using web-based and PC-based software tools.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Ability to write technical reports and contribute to presentations.
- U.S. citizenship and at least 18 years of age.
- A+ certification is recommended, and experience with software development is a plus.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in De Leon Springs, Florida.
- You must be able to work in both a professional office and a manufacturing environment.
- Physical requirements include the ability to sit, stand, and lift up to 20 pounds.
About Sparton
Sparton designs and manufactures maritime electronic systems. It focuses on sonobuoys for Anti-Submarine Warfare and products for Undersea Warfare. The company maintains operations in De Leon Springs, Florida. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people and functions as a privately held organization.
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