2025 Summer Internship

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Job Description

 

Summary:

The Service Desk Intern is a member of the Information Technology Service Desk Team and shadows different members of the Service Desk team.  The Service Desk intern is primarily responsible for imaging computers, PC refreshes, installing/uninstalling software, assisting with new hire onboarding tasks, performing e-waste activities per policies and procedures, recording actions in the ticketing system and documenting how-to’s and FAQ’s for the team and customers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides world-class customer service.

• Troubleshoots IT related issue or request, either through remote connection or deskside visit by utilizing resources including existing expertise, teammates, knowledge articles and other documented policies and procedures.
• Performs computer imaging and deployments, phone deployments, PC refreshes, e-waste activities and works with the IT asset manager to ensure CMDB is updated appropriately and the needed equipment is in stock.
• Delivers and configures needed IT equipment to the proper location, including personnel moves.
• Assists and trains customers on how to use assigned IT equipment.
• Provides support for on-site/off-site meetings, conference rooms and audio/video related support.
• Documents support interactions with the details of inquiries, complaints, comments, actions taken and resolution by updating existing or creating a new ticket.
• Follows-up with customers on status for urgent issues/requests that are escalated to another Tier or team.
• Provides customers with preventive maintenance, configuration recommendations and points them to relevant self-help materials.
• Updates relevant knowledge articles and/or self-help materials.
• Other duties as assigned by team lead or service desk manager.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and college student
• Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Windows OS and Dell hardware
• Demonstrates effective analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, time management, organizational & interpersonal skills

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-drive environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Works well with others and consistently demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests. Shares ideas and knowledge with others

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. and carry/move objects of varying shapes and sizes (Occasional)
• Required to stand and sit for long periods (Frequent)
• Required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

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