Internship

IT Specialist Intern

Posted on 1/29/2025

Wisk

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

Compensation Overview

$25Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

Mountain View, CA, USA

Must be able to work on-site in Mountain View, CA. Must live in the US at both the time of application AND at the time the internship begins.

Category
IT Support
System Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
Atlassian
Requirements
  • Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters or PhD degree with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027
  • I.T. Information Technology, Computer Science, Cloud Administration, Cloud Engineer, IT Specialist, IT Analyst
  • Familiarity with Cloud Software, SaaS, IT Support and Escalation Management
Responsibilities
  • As part of the Information Technology organization, and deployed in an you will act as an IT Specialist for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market.
  • You will take part in a broad scope of IT responsibilities. This spans from:
  • Collaboration in Front-End Support and Operations to achieve resolution for users via Service Desk
  • Participate in Cloud IT functions to maintain, implement, and scale Cloud Apps for seamless user functionality
  • Support projects for automating Identity and Access Management, Provisioning, Log Monitoring, and more
  • You will help support problem solving activities for new software requests, development product releases, patch management, and support.
  • You will take part in:
  • Supporting IT Operations by resolving technical issues for Wisk’s multi-office network
  • Resolve Priority Escalations and Requests Tasks via Service Desk
  • Learn and grow Atlassian Operations and Administration
  • Learn and grow Okta Process and Procedure
  • Overhauling self-service process via automations and standardized operating procedures

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on both the manufacturing of eVTOL aircraft and providing air taxi services directly to consumers, as well as partnering with cities and businesses to enhance urban mobility solutions. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in current transit systems, making air travel a practical option for everyday transportation, thereby reducing travel time and improving mobility for urban commuters and municipalities.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$437.7M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wisk's Gen 6 eVTOL aircraft advances its leadership in sustainable urban air mobility.
  • Partnerships in Australia and Houston expand Wisk's global reach and market potential.
  • Acquisition of Verocel boosts Wisk's software safety for autonomous flight systems.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Joby and Archer could impact Wisk's market share.
  • Regulatory hurdles may delay Wisk's pilotless air-taxi service launch.
  • Public skepticism about autonomous air taxis may hinder consumer adoption.

What makes Wisk unique

  • Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.
  • The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.
  • Wisk's strategic partnerships, like with Archerfield, enhance its market positioning.

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Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage

401(k) plan with 50% employer matching

9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off

Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year

Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

Annual company match for charitable giving

Communications allowance

Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy

Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ

Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

Company News

Aviacionline
Jan 1st, 2025
Wisk Aero unveils its new eVTOL

Advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions developer Wisk Aero unveiled its Gen 6, or sixth-generation, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

Australian Flying
Nov 21st, 2024
Wisk Aero signs Strategic Agreement with Archerfield

Wisk Aero signs strategic agreement with Archerfield.

FlightGlobal
Oct 15th, 2024
Wisk furthers pursuit of self-flying air taxi network in Australia

US autonomous air taxi developer Wisk Aero has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Airservices Australia aimed at safely incorporating its in-development, self-flying Gen 6 aircraft into Australian airspace.

Finimize
Jul 23rd, 2024
Boeing's Wisk Aero Aims For Pilotless Air-Taxis By Decade's End

Boeing-owned Wisk Aero is eyeing the skies with plans to launch its pilotless air-taxi service by the end of the decade.

Vertical Magazine
Jul 18th, 2024
Wisk and Skyports target Australia for autonomous eVTOL operations

Announced on the first day of the Farnborough International Airshow on July 22, Wisk and Skyports said they are working together to develop an entry-into-service network in Australia's South East Queensland (SEQ) region.

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