ICT Internship
Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Responsibilities: Assisting with network and system maintenance (e.g., updates, backups). Providing technical support to staff for hardware/software issues. Monitoring IT systems for performance and security alerts. Documenting IT processes or maintaining asset inventories. Supporting the setup of user accounts, permissions, or devices.
Technical Skills: Basic knowledge of network administration (e.g., LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP). Familiarity with operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, or macOS) and server management. Proficiency in IT support tasks, such as troubleshooting hardware/software issues. Experience with or willingness to learn IT management tools. Understanding of cybersecurity basics (e.g., firewalls, antivirus software, user access controls). Basic scripting or programming knowledge (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is a plus but not always required.
Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve technical issues. Excellent communication to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff or document processes. Organizational skills for managing IT inventories, documentation, or ticketing systems. Attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and ensuring system integrity. Ability to work under pressure and handle time-sensitive technical issues.
Experience (if applicable): Familiarity with IT infrastructure from academic or personal projects is a plus.
Other Requirements: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an IT team. Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to organization-specific systems. Availability for the internship duration (12 months).
Preferred Qualities: Enthusiasm for technology and system optimization. Proactive attitude toward identifying and resolving potential IT issues. Interest in IT administration, cybersecurity, or infrastructure management.
Business Administration Internship
Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Management, Communications) may be required as a prerequisite.
Responsibilities: Assisting with network and system maintenance (e.g., updates, backups). Providing technical support to staff for hardware/software issues. Monitoring IT systems for performance and security alerts. Documenting IT processes or maintaining asset inventories. Supporting the setup of user accounts, permissions, or devices.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or Google Workspace. Familiarity with office management tools. Basic understanding of data entry, record-keeping, or document management. Ability to learn organization-specific software or systems quickly.
Soft Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication for drafting emails, reports, or interacting with stakeholders. Attention to detail for accurate data entry, scheduling, and document preparation. Problem-solving and adaptability to manage unexpected challenges. Professionalism and discretion, especially when handling confidential information.
Other Requirements: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Willingness to take initiative and handle routine tasks (e.g., filing, scheduling meetings). Availability for the internship duration (12 months).
Preferred Qualities: Interest in administrative processes, operations, or organizational management. Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to the organization’s goals.