Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership · 22 hours ago
STUDENT INTERNSHIP - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Springfield, MA
Internship
Onsite
InternSpringfield Empowerment Zone Partnership is dedicated to providing high school students with an enriching internship experience in the field of Information Technology. Over a 10-week period, interns will gain hands-on experience with IT service management, device lifecycle management, and fundamental network and computer security practices.
EducationContinuing EducationPrimary EducationSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Assist in the administration of the district inventory and asset management system
Collaborate on technical projects
Troubleshoot and escalate technology issues as needed
Adhere to district technology standards and procedures
Install, configure, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain technology related equipment and software
Instruct staff on technology related software and equipment
Provide support for technology issues within the district
Participate in supervised onsite and remote for technology problem resolution
Assist in the intake, repair, and return of devices to buildings in a centralized repair model
Assist in the assignment and distribution of technology related equipment
Assist in the disposal of technology equipment
Relocate technology equipment within facilities as needed
Support the implementation of new computer projects and new hardware installations
Utilize the district ticketing system to document and account for time and resolution of work
Work collaboratively with all technology staff members and vendors
Work with management and other senior staff to highlight technology issues within district buildings and make recommendations
Must complete work-based learning (WBLP) plan
Must meet regularly with work-site mentor, career readiness coordinator or cooperative education coordinator
Qualification
Required
Position open to current Springfield Public School students in their senior year or students in the second semester of their junior year
Strong interest in exploring the Information Technology career field
Endorsement of SPS career readiness coordinator or cooperative education coordinator
Availability between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm with flexibility based on student's school schedule
Transportation to and from 233 Allen Street required
Required to regularly lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Strong motivation and taking initiative with assigned work
Required attendance and punctuality in accordance with the work schedule
Positive attitude and ability to receive direction and constructive criticism
Strong communication skills including speaking, listening, and interacting with co-workers
Demonstrated understanding of workplace culture, policy, and ethics
Company
Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership provides schools with autonomy and strong accountability under innovative governance.
Founded in 2016
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Christina L. Harbour
Chief Schools Officer
Megan Britt
Chief of Strategic Partnerships
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