Intern - Network Analyst (Summer)

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Dakota, Bureau of Information and Technology, is seeking a Network Analyst Intern in Pierre for the Summer session. The intern will support network documentation, system audits, and device configuration, while gaining hands-on experience with state networks.

Candidates must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in the upcoming or preceding semester, possess a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time or full-time student in upcoming or preceding semester.
• Pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, or similar IT field.
• Experience with Windows and Microsoft Office is required.
• Excellent writing, phone, and customer service skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Network Technologies staff with projects and documentation for networks and systems.
• Perform network documentation, review/audit of systems/databases for accuracy, and diagramming/mapping.
• Handle network device configuration and installation; assist with on-demand tasks.
• Must be able to travel as necessary.

Skills

Driver's license

Communications

Scheduling

Organizational skills

Independent work

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing IT degree

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Session: Summer (May - August)

Position Title: Network Analyst Intern

Hiring Manager: Mark Nelson

Agency: Bureau of Information and Technology

Location: Pierre

Minimum Salary: $18.98

• APPLICANT MUST BE A CURRENT PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME STUDENT (MINIMUM OF 6 CREDIT HOURS) IN UPCOMING SEMESTER OR IN THE IMMEDIATELY PRECEDING SEMESTER.

Position Description

The Network Analyst intern will assist Network Technologies staff with projects and documentation necessary to maintain the state’s relevant networks and systems. Duties to include but not be limited to: network documentation, review and audit of existing systems/databases for accuracy, diagramming and mapping of systems, network device configuration and installation, and assisting with on demand tasks and duties. Network devices being carried may weigh up to 50 pounds. Applicants are required to include a resume with their application.

Qualified applicants should have a valid driver's license, and possess excellent communications, scheduling, and organizational abilities. Well qualified applicants will be self-motivated, able to work independently, and able to travel as necessary. Experience with computers and technology including Windows and Microsoft Office is required. Well qualified applicants will be pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, or similar Information Technology or related field. Excellent writing, phone, and customer service skills preferred.

Qualifications

Applicant must be enrolled as a part-time/full-time student at a college, university, or technical institute at the time they apply. By the start of the internship, the student should have completed one year (nine months) of their chosen program.

All students are encouraged to apply, but preference may be given to applicants with a standing of junior/senior, South Dakota residents, and students of South Dakota institutions.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

• Positions can be filled prior to the closing date.* South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

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"An Equal Opportunity Employer"