Information Technology; IT Intern

Position Overview

The Information Technology Intern is responsible for performing and assisting with various administrative tasks and projects to support the Information Technology (IT) Team. The internship will take place from June 30, 2026 through August 28, 2026.

• Assist in the development and implementation of Information Technology initiatives.
• Support troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of computer systems and peripherals.
• Maintain and update documentation related to IT processes and assets.
• Assist with software installations, updates, and patches.
• Support users with technical issues and inquiries.
• Participate in IT projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Help ensure cybersecurity protocols are followed.
• Conduct research on new technologies and tools to improve efficiency.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and diverse employee groups.
• Assist with various administrative tasks.
• Provide administrative support for IT projects as needed.
• Deliver administrative support for IT functions, including scheduling meetings and handling correspondence.
• Occasionally attend meetings virtually, take notes, and outline next steps or support in drafting meeting agendas and materials.
• Support IT with maintaining IT databases and systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Respond to employee inquiries and redirect to appropriate IT team members when necessary.

• Perform other duties as outlined by IT Leadership.
• Committed to furthering anti‑racism, equity, and racial justice in all our efforts, and expect all our stakeholders to participate in this work so that we can create a future without limits for our students together.
• Complies with all charter, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the NYS Department of Education, Department of Health, and NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Adheres to organization policies and procedures; promotes and supports mission, vision, and values, including developing and participating in internal surveys and data collection for continuous improvement initiatives.

• Commitment to anti‑racism and equity.
• Strong DEI lens with exceptional creative power in leading anti‑racist practices.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented, mission‑driven culture.
• Demonstrates a growth mindset and a desire to continually improve through feedback.
• Strong work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and flexibility to accommodate a high level of responsibility, multiple priorities, and rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross‑functional teams in a rapidly changing environment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Pass a Criminal Background Check.

• Current high school student holding an employment certificate (working papers) to hold a job in New York State.
• Interest in working in a dynamic and supportive work environment committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Well‑Being, and Belonging.
• Open to an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community culture and external relationships.
• Knowledge of Canva (preferred), Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and Google Suite.
• Knowledge of proper office procedures, including filing, answering the telephone professionally, photocopying, greeting visitors cordially, and handling information with confidentiality.
• Prior experience working in schools and urban communities is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule outside of regular business hours.
• Aptitude to create and work within an inclusive environment that honors and supports a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives.

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Prolonged periods spent sitting at a desk and working on a…