Viasat · 17 hours ago
Desktop Support Technician Intern
Carlsbad, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20.91/hr - $56.97/hrViasat is a global communications company on a mission to deliver connections that change the world. They are seeking a motivated Desktop Support Intern who will gain hands-on experience in a corporate IT environment, focusing on providing excellent customer service and support to employees.
InternetOptical CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact at our walk-up IT Tech Lounge, assisting employees with basic questions, accessory requests, and troubleshooting
Assist with setting up workstations for new hires and office moves, ensuring monitors, docks, and peripherals are connected and ready to use
Help organize and inventory IT assets, including receiving shipments, tagging equipment, and keeping storage areas tidy
Work alongside experienced technicians to learn how to diagnose and resolve common hardware and software issues on Windows and Mac systems
Provide friendly and prompt updates to end-users on the status of their requests
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing an Associate's degree or higher in IT, Computer Science, or a related field (or recent completion of a technical certification program)
You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below
A fundamental understanding of how computers work (familiarity with Windows 10/11 and basic computer hardware)
A strong desire to help others and the ability to communicate clearly and politely with non-technical users
Willingness to perform physical tasks such as moving computer monitors, plugging in cables, and organizing equipment
Ability to work on-site between 8 AM and 5 PM (schedule can be flexible based on school requirements)
US citizenship required
Preferred
Previous customer service experience (retail, food service, etc.)
Experience building your own PC or troubleshooting family/friend's computer issues
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
A curiosity to learn about enterprise technology (like Active Directory, ticketing systems, or networking) in a real-world setting
Benefits
Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package
A range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that offers satellite services.
Founded in 1986
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.16BKey Investors
UK Space AgencyNASA
2025-11-21Grant· $1.15M
2024-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.98B
2023-09-13Post Ipo Debt· $733.4M
Leadership Team
Andy Lincoln
Chief Engineer
Don Buchman
President Aviation
Recent News
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