Student Opportunities - IT Desktop Support Internships - Spring 2027 (Onsite)

Cincinnati Insurance Company; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies is seeking undergraduate IT Desktop Support Interns for Spring 2027, onsite at our Fairfield, Ohio headquarters. This role offers hands-on experience in configuring Windows workstations, troubleshooting software/hardware, and supporting users across departments.

Ideal candidates are enrolled full-time as undergraduates (2nd year+), with 3.0+ GPA, available to work 24 hours/week, and able to engage with diverse teams while learning new tools and networking

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student (2nd year or above preferred) with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be able to work at least 24 hours per week.
• All majors welcome to apply; transcripts required (unofficial acceptable).
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Learn new development tools and technical stacks through hands-on projects.
• Build/configure Windows workstations for associates.
• Perform advanced software/hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Troubleshoot and respond to user questions.
• Track and update open calls; assist with documenting, maintaining or upgrading hardware and software systems.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Undergraduate student (2nd year or higher)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Linux/Windows server concepts

TCP/IP networking

Virtualization

Job description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE Share your talents and develop your skills as you build a career in a professional environment with a personal feel.

Description

Build your future with us

The Cincinnati Insurance Companies are currently seeking undergraduate intern(s) for our IT Desktop Support Intern(s). Our successful candidates will want to gain a meaningful work experience with us for Spring 2027. This role is onsite and based out of our Headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio.

Make a difference with a career in insurance

At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®.

If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges, and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.

Learn more about our company by:

• participating in an introductory insurance class(es)
• engaging with different departments to understand our corporate structure
• signing up for optional learning development tracks / opportunities
• interacting with leadership and experienced associates
• participating in group and individual projects
• learning new development tools and technical stacks with hands on development projects

Desktop Support Intern(s) will:

• learn new development tools and technical stacks with hands on development projects
• build/configure Windows workstations for associates
• perform advanced software/hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics
• troubleshoot and respond to user questions
• track and update open calls and/or upscale problems
• assist with documenting, maintaining, upgrades or replacing hardware and software systems

Starting Pay: Begins at $18 per hour and is based on the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Be equipped with/to:

• assist with business activities and processes
• participate and contribute to team meetings, presentations, and projects
• research emerging trends, data analysis, and evaluate options
• generate reports, promotional/educational materials,and other work products
• serveinternal and external customers
• understanding of computer networks (TCP/IP protocol, load balancing, monitoring, etc.), Linux/Windows server platform, virtualization, cloud computing concepts
• understanding of front-end/back-end or full-stack development concepts
• effective communication skills with the ability to effectively explain technical concepts to non-technical audience
• ability to interact effectively with management and colleagues to prioritize and organize work
• willingness to continually learn new technologies, skills, and improved processes
• reliable and service-oriented mindset

Candidates should have the ability to work in the United States for an unlimited amount of time without sponsorship.

Our company is not currently hiring interns for this role if they will need sponsorship at any time in the future, including

Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT).

Requirements:

• enrolled as a full‑time, undergraduate student at an accredited college/university (2nd year or above preferred)
• all majors arewelcome to apply
• collegiate transcripts required with submission of candidate profile (unofficial are acceptable)
• in good academic standing (cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher preferred)
• must be able to work at least 24 hours per week
• proficient in Microsoft® Office tools and related software

Enhance your talents

Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career.

Embrace a diverse team

As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law. All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review this information to learn more about those rights.