Information Technology Internship

cenhud; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Job summary

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation offers an internship for information technology and systems students to gain hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, project management, vendor management, networking and operational technology.

Mentors guide you as you work alongside professionals in a dynamic utility industry, applying classroom knowledge to real-world projects and building professional connections.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0+ required; undergraduate status in first three years.
• Undergraduate students (freshman–junior) or graduate students pursuing master's degree considered.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in IT infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, project management, vendor management, networking and OT.

Skills

IT infra

Information systems

Computer science

Cybersecurity

Project management

Networking

Education

GPA 3.0+

Undergraduate student (freshman/sophomore/junior)

Graduate students pursuing master's

Tools

Cloud platforms

Network monitoring tools

Job description

This is an internship opportunity for information technology/systems students interested in IT infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, project management, vendor management, networking and operational technology to gain valuable, real-life experience working side by side with professionals at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation - a leader in the dynamic, rapidly evolving electric & natural gas utility industry.

Central Hudson's internship program blends real world experience with an extensive overview of the utility industry. Knowledgeable mentors will provide guidance as you gain professional hands-on work experience.

Compensation is highly competitive, and our internship program also allows you to network with Central Hudson employees through various planned events and activities.

Qualifications

• Students enrolled in information technology, information systems, computer science, software development/engineering, cybersecurity, project management and related programs will be considered
• Candidates must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and currently be an undergraduate student working on their bachelor's degree in their freshman, sophomore, or junior year. Graduate students working on their master's degree will also be considered.
• Must have a valid driver's license

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year until all positions are filled.

The wage for this position is $21/hour.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, arrest or conviction record, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy-related condition, domestic violence victim status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance employment in individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR