IT Intern - Temp

Penumbrainc; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Job summary

Penumbra, Inc. in Alameda, California, is seeking an IT Intern to support research, documentation, and execution of fundamental IT tasks under general supervision. The position offers exposure to quality and regulatory practices within a global healthcare company.

The role emphasizes documenting meeting notes, assisting on large projects, independent and collaborative work, and adherence to established QMS and security guidelines, with on-site attendance and potential for light travel.

Qualifications

• Currently studying either Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field with 1+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications skills required.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Strong documentation for meeting notes (attendees, items discussed, what changed, blockers, next steps, action items).
• Support team on large and complex projects or programs with project related activities.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Document business processes and procedures.
• Perform testing on IT Systems.
• Ability to bring assigned tasks to successful completion.
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Documentation

MS Word

Excel

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Under General Supervision, the IT Intern provides support in research, documentation, and execution of fundamental IT tasks and procedures.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Strong documentation for meeting notes (attendees, items discussed, what changed, blockers, next steps, action items).
• Support team on large and complex projects or programs with project related activities.
• Experience at working both independently and in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
• Document business processes and procedures.
• Perform testing on IT Systems.
• Ability to bring assigned tasks to successful completion.
• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.

*Indicates an essential function of the role

Required Qualifications Minimum education and experience

Currently studying either Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field with 1+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communications skills required.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and other standard office tools.

Working Conditions

General office environment. Willingness and ability to work on site. May have business travel from 0% - 10%. Ability to be available for on‑call duty during off hours as part of a rotating schedule. Flexibility to switch weekend days off with weekdays when necessary to avoid disruption to 24/7 production environments. Potential exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. Requires some lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds. Must be able to move between buildings and floors. Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day. Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets. Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.

Base Pay Range Per Hour

$21 – $32 / hour

Individual compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, work location and shift, and will increase over time based on meeting performance and business needs.

What We Offer

• A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
• The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
• A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long‑term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.