Spring 2027 IT Co-op

McKenney's Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

McKenney's Inc in Charlotte, NC seeks a IT Co-op to join our team from day one, with training and meaningful tasks contributing to project success. The Co-op will apply fundamental technical concepts to real-world challenges, plan and communicate work, and collaborate with a diverse, high-performing technology group.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in IT/CS programs, can commit to 30 hours/week (40 preferred), and participate in two full-time co-op rotations (Spring 2027, Fall 2027) before

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in IT/CS or a related degree.
• Available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week, 40 hours preferred.
• Candidates should complete two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation (Spring 2027 and Fall 2027).

Responsibilities

• User Support: Assist office and field employees with IT issues.
• Hardware Management: Maintain computers, printers, mobile devices, and rugged field equipment.
• Software Support: Install/update business apps (e.g., Microsoft 365, Procore, Bluebeam).
• Networking: Install, configure, and troubleshoot connectivity at offices and jobsites.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure cybersecurity, access controls, and IT policies.
• Field Tech Support: Set up and maintain job site IT infrastructure.

Skills

Team-oriented

Multitasking

Effective communicator

Self-motivated

Growth mindset

Education

Information Technology

Computer Science

Co-op program enrollment

Tools

Microsoft 365

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

As a Co-op, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactfulto our projects' success. Success in this role depends on the Co-op's initiative and teamwork skills. A successful Co-op will effectively applyfundamental technical concepts to real-world challenges, adhering to departmental best practices, and consistentlyplanning and communicating work efforts. The Co-op will contribute to delivering world-class technology solutionswithin a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing technology team. McKenney's has a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Manyof our current senior leaders began their journey in the Co-op program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• User Support: Assist office and field employees with IT issues.
• Hardware Management: Maintain computers, printers, mobile devices, and rugged field equipment.
• Software Support: Install/update business apps (e.g., Microsoft 365, Procore, Bluebeam).
• Networking: Install, configure, and troubleshoot connectivity at offices and jobsites.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure cybersecurity, access controls, and IT policies.
• Field Tech Support: Set up and maintain job site IT infrastructure.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience:
• Candidates must be enrolled at a school or university majoring in Information Technology, ComputerScience, or a related degree, enrollment in a Co-op program preferred.
• Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week(40 hours preferred) Monday through Friday.
• Candidates are encouraged to complete at least two full-time, alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation.
  • 1st Rotation: Spring2027
  • 2nd Rotation: Fall2027

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail focused.
• Productive in fast-paced environments with strong multitasking skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage workload efficiently.
• Effective communicator across diverse teams, including PMs, drafting, field staff, and fabrication shops.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to growth through continuous improvement and collaboration.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas.
• Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney's is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.