Summer 2027 IT Co-op

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

McKenney's is seeking a student Co-op in Charlotte, NC to join our IT team from day one, receive hands-on training, and contribute to real projects. You will work 30+ hours weekly and rotate through core IT tasks.

This program emphasizes initiative, teamwork, and growth, with mentors guiding you through cybersecurity, device management, software support, and site connectivity. Ideal for students pursuing IT/CS degrees.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related degree.
• Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week (40 hours preferred).
• Two full-time alternating Co-op rotations before graduation (Summer 2027, Spring 2028).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Education

Enrolled IT/CS or related degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Introduction

McKenney's has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Overview

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.

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.

Requirements

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 atleast twofull-time, alternating Co-op rotations beforegraduation and should avoid a full courseload whileworking, which may delay graduation.
  • 1st Rotation: Summer2027
  • 2nd Rotation: Spring2028

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and detail focused.
• Productive in fast-paced environments withstrong multitasking skills.
• Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, andmanage workload efficiently.
• Effective communicator across diverseteams, including PMs, drafting, field staff,and fabrication shops.
• Receptive to feedback and committed to growththrough 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.