IT Support Internship

Competitive Innovations, LLC; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Competitive Innovations LLC is offering a hybrid IT Support Internship designed for early career students to gain hands-on experience with Microsoft technologies, cybersecurity, web development, and digital transformation. The intern will work with experienced teams on real projects for public and private sector clients, building practical skills while contributing to meaningful work.

The role focuses on helpdesk and IT support: first-line assistance, troubleshooting, account setup,

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in IT-related bachelor’s program (CS, cybersecurity, BIS or similar).
• Interest in helpdesk, IT support, and security topics.
• Able to commit to 10 hours per week minimum.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line technical support via ticketing, email, chat, or remote channels.
• Troubleshoot workstation, application, printer, and connectivity issues; escalate when needed.
• Assist with user account setup, password resets, and onboarding/offboarding tasks.
• Document incidents and resolutions in knowledge bases or ticketing systems.
• Assist with device setup, software installation, and system updates.
• Contribute to a friendly, professional support experience and learn from the team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

2nd or 3rd year IT-related student (CS, Cybersecurity, BIS)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Windows

AWS

Job description

Information Technology (IT) Support Internship Opportunity!

Competitive Innovations LLC (CI) offers hybrid internship opportunities designed to give early career students hands‑on experience with modern Microsoft technologies, cybersecurity, web development, and digital transformation. Our interns work alongside experienced teams on real projects that support public and private sector clients, gaining practical skills while contributing to meaningful, mission driven work.

Internship Eligibility and Requirements

• Proof of residency in a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)–designated Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) is required prior to starting and must be maintained throughout employment. (Visit HUBZone Map to determine whether you live in an SBA‑designated HUBZone)
• 2nd or 3rd year college student majoring in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Information Systems or other information technology / business systems related field
• Hours: 10 hours per week / 40 hours per month minimum
• During this internship, students will have opportunities to build new technical skills and may pursue related professional certifications. CI will sponsor and maintain any Amazon Web Services (AWS) and/or Microsoft®professional, or cloud certifications earned, through our participation in the Microsoft / Amazon or other Partner programs.
• The terms of this internship with CI are outlined in the job description below and in our standard Employment and Confidentiality Agreement, which must be signed by both the student and the company as a condition of employment.

Job Summary

Helpdesk / IT Support Intern

CI is seeking a student intern to support helpdesk and IT support operations for internal users and client‑facing environments. In this role, the intern will work alongside experienced team members to:

• Provide first‑line technical support for common hardware, software, and account access issues through ticketing, email, chat, or virtual support channels
• Troubleshoot and resolve routine workstation, application, printer, and connectivity problems, escalating more complex issues when appropriate
• Assist with user account setup, password resets, permissions support, and onboarding or offboarding tasks following documented procedures
• Document incidents, resolutions, and support processes clearly and accurately in knowledge bases or ticketing systems
• Support device setup, software installation, system updates, and basic configuration for laptops, desktops, and mobile devices
• Contribute to a positive support experience by communicating clearly with users, following up on requests, and learning from team documentation and guidance

This is a learning-focused role. The ideal candidate is dependable, customer‑service oriented , and eager to build practical troubleshooting and technical support skills while learning from documented processes and practiced team members.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled inInformationTechnology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Information Systems or related degree program
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, common business applications, and general troubleshooting concepts
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Windows environments, AWS and/or other common workplace productivity technologies
• Ability to follow documented procedures, record support activity clearly, and manage routine tasks with detail
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills, with the ability to assist users professionally and patiently
• Reliable, organized, and willing to learn new tools, systems, and support processes