Information Technology Intern

NextGen Federal Systems; Morgantown (WV); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Laptop provided

Hybrid work model

Mentorship

Job summary

NextGen Federal Systems in Morgantown, WV offers a year-round hybrid IT internship designed for students eager to gain hands-on experience in system management, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. The role is approximately 10 hours per week, with on-site presence required and remote flexibility.

You will assist in maintaining IT systems, provide technical support, help implement security best practices, and collaborate with engineers on enterprise IT projects in a defense-focused environment.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Major in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related fields.
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux administration, networking, and troubleshooting.
• Interest in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and maintaining IT systems and infrastructure.
• Provide technical support for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Help implement cybersecurity best practices and system security measures.
• Work with cloud computing and enterprise IT solutions.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on cutting‑edge IT projects.

Skills

IT troubleshooting

Windows administration

Linux administration

Networking

Cloud computing

Cybersecurity basics

Communication skills

Education

Relevant field degree

Job description

Are you a student in the Morgantown, WV area looking to gain hands‑on experience in IT, system management, and cybersecurity? Do you want to apply your technical skills to real‑world challenges in defense, cloud computing, and enterprise systems?

NextGen Federal Systems is offering an exciting year‑round hybrid internship designed for students eager to explore the field of IT system management and security. This opportunity (approximately 10 hours per week) allows you to work both remotely and on‑site as needed, gaining practical experience while collaborating with industry professionals.

What You'll Learn

• Assist in managing and maintaining IT systems and infrastructure
• Provide technical support for hardware, software, and network issues
• Help implement cybersecurity best practices and system security measures
• Work with cloud computing and enterprise IT solutions
• Collaborate with experienced engineers on cutting‑edge IT projects

What You'll Gain

• Paid Internship: Gain valuable IT experience while earning.
• Career Growth: Work on real‑world IT challenges in a dynamic environment.
• Mentorship: Receive one‑on‑one guidance from industry professionals.
• Hands‑On Learning: Gain experience in system administration, network security, and cloud computing.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Major in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related fields
• Familiarity with Windows/Linux administration, networking, and troubleshooting
• Interest in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills

Internship Details

• Hybrid Work Model – Some on‑site presence in Morgantown required, with remote flexibility
• Laptop Provided
• 10 Hours Per Week

Special Consideration:

Candidates living in a HUBZone (https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/map) will receive preference.

Come be part of a team where your skills in IT, cybersecurity, and system management help drive innovation in defense and enterprise technology!

About NextGen:

NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we: Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure; Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good; Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability; Strive to achieve results as an organization; Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors; Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success; Create an environment where people can engage at all levels; Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.