IT Intern

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL is seeking a talented part-time IT Internship: End User Support Specialist. This paid internship offers college students practical skills and experience in information technology within a resident-focused community.

You will maintain technology for residents, diagnose issues on mobile and desktop devices, assist users, train on software, and update records in our database.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled as a student at an accredited university or community college.
• Pursuing an information technology major.
• Empathetic with ability to work with a diverse senior population.
• Must pass drug screen and Level I and II background checks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain functionality and efficiency for technology used by Oak Hammock residents.
• Diagnose issues involving mobile and desktop devices.
• Assist residents day-to-day with technology.
• Train users on software functionality and problem resolution.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathetic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled as a student at an accredited University or Community College

IT-focused major

Junior or Senior standing

Job description

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is an active, yet relaxed, Life Plan Community in Gainesville, Florida. We offer a full continuum of health care, including independent living, assisted living, specialized memory support, skilled nursing and home care. Our community offers an unprecedented lifestyle of comfort and convenience with a rich array of services and amenities that are focused on optimal wellbeing.

More Than a Job

Imagine a rewarding career helping others. Working at Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is rewarding and fun. No matter your title, your days are spent among a community of residents enjoying retirement to the fullest.

When you leave after your workday, you will feel a sense of accomplishment and joy since you are part of the community and residents’ lives.

No matter the position you are searching for, there is ample opportunity to impact this community. We value our staff and would love the chance to make Oak Hammock more than a job but a worthwhile experience to remember.

IT Internship

Oak Hammock at the University of Florida is currently seeking a talented and highly motivated, part time Intern, End User Support Specialist. This paid internship is designed to provide students enrolled in college an opportunity to learn practical skills and gain experience in the field of Information Technology. Employment with Oak Hammock provides an excellent opportunity to work in an innovative community focused on lifelong learning. We offer a flexible working schedule of 15-20 hours per week.

Responsibilities: Intern, End-User Support Specialist:

• Maintain functionality and efficiency for all technology used by Oak Hammock residents.
• Quickly provide diagnosis for issues involving mobile and desktop equipment
• Assist residents day-to-day with technology
• Train users on software functionality and walk customers through problem resolution
• Update user information in a database organizational system
• Report any escalation of issues or problems to the Information Technology Team

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be currently enrolled as a student at an accredited University or Community College
• Candidate is required to be in an Information Technology focused major and preferably in Junior or Senior standing
• Individual will need to be empathetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population
• All applicants must successfully pass a drug screen and Level I and II background check