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VanEck · 3 months ago

IT Infrastructure Summer Intern

New York, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $25/hr

VanEck is a privately held global asset management firm founded in 1955, offering education and growth opportunities through their internship program. As an IT Infrastructure Summer Intern, you will support the IT Service Desk, ensuring devices and communication tools function smoothly while gaining exposure to the financial services industry.

FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Image, configure, and deploy thin clients and laptops for onboarding, replacements, and internal projects

Assist with Azure Virtual Desktop (VDI) support, including user setup, troubleshooting, and connectivity

Serve as the primary IT support resource for the summer intern class, acting as the dedicated 'Intern Service Desk'

Provide general support for Zoom-based communications, including meetings and softphone use

Support and maintain Zoom Rooms and conference room AV systems

Assist with physical organization and movement of IT equipment as needed

Support device lifecycle tasks, including secure wiping, repurposing, and retiring of end-user hardware

Participate in user onboarding and offboarding, including account setup, access reviews, and asset assignments

Contribute to IT documentation efforts, including procedural guides, checklists, and knowledge base articles

Provide general support to the wider user base when required, under the guidance of the Service Desk team

Collaborate with peers and IT staff to test and improve self-service tools and automation workflows

Qualification

IT infrastructureAzure Virtual DesktopWindows OSMicrosoft 365ZoomProfessionalismCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Strong interest in IT infrastructure, cloud networking, and support in a professional environment

Curiosity about capital markets and the financial industry, and an eagerness to support the technology that enables trading, research, and investment operations

Familiarity with Windows OS, Microsoft 365, Zoom, and virtual desktop environments (VDI)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially when assisting peers and non-technical users

Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures and update documentation

Professionalism and initiative — able to take ownership of tasks with light supervision

Comfortable working hands-on with hardware, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Team-first attitude, with a willingness to support interns and full-time employees alike

Currently entering junior level (3rd year) or beyond within a 4-year college program

Preferred

Prior experience in a corporate or helpdesk setting is helpful, but not required

Company

VanEck

VanEck is a global investment manager that assists companies in locating content that is appropriate for their investment needs.

Founded in 1955

New York, New York, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.vaneck.com/

H1B Sponsorship

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