IT Intern (Fort Wayne, IN)

Ottenweller Company Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company Inc. is offering a part-time internship position in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The intern will assist the IT department by providing first-level technical support, troubleshooting hardware/software issues, and assisting with network infrastructure. Required qualifications include educational experience in IT and strong communication skills. The position requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and candidates must maintain professionalism while interacting with various departments. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Educational experience in information technology or related fields is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions and communicate effectively.
• Common sense understanding for troubleshooting various issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-level technical support for hardware and software issues.
• Assist with server maintenance and system updates.
• Support network infrastructure and document procedures.

Skills

Technical support

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft 365

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

Two or more years of educational experience in related fields

Tools

PCs

Printers

Networking hardware

Job description

Summary

Part Time internship position. Assists the Information Technology department in resolving basic issues and problems by performing the following functions. This is an internship position.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide first‑level technical support for hardware, software, printers, phones, and business applications.
• Assist users with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft 365, email, and common business software applications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot desktop, laptop, printer, and basic network connectivity issues.
• Setup, configure, repair, and deploy PCs, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and peripheral equipment.
• Assist with server maintenance, system updates, patching, and inventory tracking.
• Support network infrastructure including switches, wireless access points, VPN connectivity, and firewalls.
• Participate in cybersecurity initiatives including endpoint protection, password management, and security awareness.
• Document technical procedures, configurations, and issue resolutions.
• Assist in developing training materials and provide end‑user training when needed.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding defective equipment, repairs, licensing, and warranty support.
• Support ERP, manufacturing, and production‑related business systems as assigned.
• Assist with special IT projects, infrastructure upgrades, and technology improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professionalism and excellent customer service while interacting with employees across departments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Two or more years of educational experience in related fields of study and/or work experience preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, correspondence, and documentation. Ability to effectively communicate with employees, vendors, and management in both written and verbal formats.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and troubleshoot issues involving several variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The position may require sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, lifting equipment up to 40 pounds, and working with computer and networking hardware.

Work Environment

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.