Sprint Intern - Information Technology

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake Virginia is offering Spring 2027 IT internships to provide practical experience working with IT professionals and supporting essential city services. Interns may assist with technical support, hardware/software setup, research, testing, and documentation, while learning IT systems and processes in a local government environment.

Eligibility requires being a college student in good standing majoring in Information Technology or related fields, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Must be a college student in good academic standing who is majoring in, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation), in Information Technology or related fields.
• Strong interest in IT and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical support and troubleshooting.
• Support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, or other technology resources.
• Assist with technology projects, research, testing, and documentation.
• Learn about IT systems, processes, and tools used to support City departments.
• Collaborate with IT staff and end users to identify needs and support technology solutions.
• Develop technical, analytical, customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.

Skills

IT knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Information Technology related degree

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Students will be limited to one internship per school year. Spring 2027 internships begin on or after January 11, 2027. The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours.

Those participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work;
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by supervisor;
• Performing the tasks assigned by supervisor;
• Demonstrating honestly, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn;
• Conform to the guidelines of the internship work site.

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Working Title of Vacant Position Sprint Intern - Information Technology

Job Type

Job Type Seasonal/Substitute

Posting Type

Posting Type Intern

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Department

Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Division

Division IT TECH SUPPORT

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026497

Number of hours worked per week

Number of hours worked per week Up to 30 hours per week

Work Schedule

Flexible – To be determined

Work Site Location

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

Position Driving Requirement N - Never

Pay Grade

Pay Grade N/A

Pay Basis

Advertised Salary

$17.50 per hour

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake is accepting applications for Spring 2027 Internships in Information Technology (IT). Gain practical experience, build your technical skills, and discover how technology supports essential City services.

Internship opportunities may be available across various IT divisions. Specific assignments will depend on departmental needs, current projects, and interns’ skills and interests. Interns will work alongside IT professionals while learning about technology operations in local government.

Depending on their assignment, interns may have opportunities to:

• Assist with technical support and troubleshooting.
• Support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, or other technology resources.
• Assist with technology projects, research, testing, and documentation.
• Learn about IT systems, processes, and tools used to support City departments.
• Collaborate with IT staff and end users to identify needs and support technology solutions.
• Develop technical, analytical, customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Students participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for the following:

• Providing their own transportation to and from the worksite.
• Arriving at the worksite at the time designated by the worksite supervisor.
• Completing assigned tasks efficiently and following instructions from the vocational instructor/coordinator and worksite supervisor.
• Demonstrating honesty, punctuality, courtesy, cooperation, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn.
• Following all guidelines and expectations established by the internship worksite.

Required Qualifications

Must be a college student in good academic standing who is majoring in, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation), in Information Technology or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/22/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/29/2026

Open Continuous No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Students will be limited to one internship per school year. Spring 2027 internships begin on or after January 11, 2027. The length of the internship may vary depending on the student’s availability. The student may work up to 30 hours per week for a maximum of 360 hours.

Those participating in the Internship Program will be responsible for:

• Providing their own transportation to and from work;
• Arriving at the work site at the time designated by supervisor;
• Performing the tasks assigned by supervisor;
• Demonstrating honestly, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn;
• Conform to the guidelines of the internship work site.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands L=Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Lifting

Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 lbs

Carrying

Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs

Reaching

Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Handling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Fine Dexterity Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Kneeling

Kneeling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Bending

Bending Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting

Twisting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Balancing

Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Vision

Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Protective Equipment Required

Health and Safety

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Mechanical Hazards

Mechanical Hazards N = Never

Chemical Hazards

Chemical Hazards N = Never

Electrical Hazards

Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month

Fire Hazards

Fire Hazards N = Never

Explosives

Explosives N = Never

Communicable Diseases

Communicable Diseases N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never

Dirt and Dust

Dirt and Dust N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

Extreme Temperatures N = Never

Noise and Vibration

Noise and Vibration N = Never

Fumes and Odors

Fumes and Odors N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

Wetness/Humidity N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never

Primary Work Location

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Time Pressures Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Emergency Situations

Emergency Situations N = Never

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime N = Never

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other

Other

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Professional References

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests 0

Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a college student in good academic standing, or a recent college graduate (i.e., within one year of graduation)?
  • Yes
  • No