Information Technology Intern

 
The City of Indio Internship Program is a continuous, as needed, opportunity for both highly motivated and aspiring undergraduate, graduate and doctorate Interns. This is an exciting opportunity for students to gain paid experience and on-the-job training at a government entity. 
As one of the largest employers in the Coachella Valley, the City of Indio offers potential Interns the opportunity to work in a variety of fields across our departments.
The City of Indio Internship Program will give candidates the opportunity to develop in areas such as skills, personal development and life experiences guided by an assigned mentor.

Applicants get the opportunity to learn and develop skills in the below areas:

• Troubleshoot computer hardware and software
• Assist staff in performing maintenance on servers and network equipment
• Assist staff members in the installation and use of various peripherals
• Active Directory and Microsoft Azure
• Provide first-level technical support to users
• Deploy software applications and updates
• Create and maintain IT documentation
• Manage and track IT assets
• Assist in website and intranet maintenance

• Review and resolve issues with backups
• Administration of Microsoft 365 Environment
• Cybersecurity Best Practices

REQUIREMENTS

1. A completed online application must be submitted along with completion of the supplemental questionnaire.
2. A cover letter, resume, and copy of latest school transcripts must be attached to application.
3. The Internship Program is open only to currently enrolled students either pursuing an Associates, Undergraduate, Graduate, or Doctorate degree. A student may either be attending school on a full-time or part-time status.
4. No less than an overall C (2.0) grade point average (GPA).
5. Must pass a criminal background screening

SCHEDULE:

• The Program is a 12 week assignment, not to exceed 120 total hour without prior approval

• Typical work week shall between 10-15 hours per week

• Interns will be given the opportunity to work flexible hours. The working times must be within the days of Monday through Friday from the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

• Interns working five (5) hours per day must take a minimum thirty (30) minute/maximum sixty (60) minute, non-paid lunch break. Interns working eight (8) hours per day will be given two 15-minute breaks and must take a non-paid lunch break.

• Management has the discretion to dictate the number of hours that the Intern will complete each week.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Working Conditions:

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near vision in reading correspondence, statistical data and using a computer. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required. Additionally, the incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold with extreme sun exposure. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.