Category Archives: internships

Database Administration Intern – Federated Investors

MAJOR DUTIES:
• May work with both SQL and / or Oracle DBA teams.
• Assist with maintaining department documentation on SharePoint
• Write OEM monitoring scripts
• Fulfill access requests as identified in ESS
• Perform audit related tasks as assigned
• Complete support work in SSRS reporting environment
• Manage simple turnovers for system changes
• Involvement in basic project work.

HOURS/LOCATION:
• Summer Internship
• Warrendale Location – Warrendale, PA 15086

EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:
• Good analytical skills with an emphasis on attention to detail
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Federated Investors, Inc. offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with a professional environment.
Qualifications:

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
• In pursuit of a two or four year degree related to Computer Science, Information Technology or comparable degree required.
• 3.0 QPA preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office 2010 products required
• Course work or hands-on experience in database management preferred

For more information, see Colonial Trak.

PC Support Internship at Dollar Bank

The purpose of the PC Support intern position is to provide first level technical support to branch and back office users. First level technical support may include, but not be limited to, the following: cloning workstations, installing workstations in the back office and branches, racking servers, moving computer equipment, performing routine hardware and software upgrades, and first level troubleshooting. The position reports to a PC Support Officer.

Technical Qualifications:
* Completion of 1 year of college/technical school to include classes in Windows operating systems, PC repair, and networking.
* A working knowledge of Ethernet and TCP/IP.
* A strong commitment to customer service.
* Occasional availability to work after hours and weekends.
* Occasional overtime may be necessary to accomplish group goals.

Principal Activities:
* Install and configure PCs for use in the back office and branches.
* Assist with the installation of servers in the back office and branches.
* Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve hardware and software problems.
* Provide high level technical support for both branch and back office desktops and servers.
* Perform routine hardware and software upgrades.

Knowledge and Skills Other Than Technical:
* Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
* Ability to lift 25 pounds.
* Ability to deal effectively with end-users, peers and managers in written as well as oral communications.
* Willingness to accept duties as assigned.

Application Instructions:
To apply, click here.

IT Adminstrator Internship – Consol Energy, Inc.

Position Summary 

CONSOL Energy is looking for versatile IT candidates to take part in our internship program. Depending on interests and skills, CONSOL will focus the internship to help develop skills in one or more of the following areas: Network, CyberSecurity, End User Account Management, Servers, Storage, Desktop Support, Help Desk, Applications Development and or Database Administration. The goal is to find a candidate that is willing to take on responsibility for a small project or area of support and through mentorship and self-education make an impact to the CONSOL IT department.

Target Responsibilities

• To learn, document, and implement a small, solo or team project in a specific area of IT.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Research and present results at team meetings.
• To learn how to allocate and budget time as well as other resources.
• To produce the defined result or goal for the project that is assigned.
• Accept, embrace and promote the following Core Values of CONSOL Energy: Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Essential Functions
• Physical demands of the job include: walking, standing, sitting, climbing, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling,
• Work Environment in which position operates: office.

Skills and Experience
• Education: High School Graduate working towards an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Experience: Prefer at least 1 year of work experience.
• Must possess solid understanding of PC skills (OS, MS Office, etc).
• Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
Application Instructions:
Please apply directly through our CONSOL Energy, Career Page: http://www.consolenergy.com/careers.aspx

IT Post-Graduate Internship/Position with Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for Post-Graduate IT Interns/Developers to work for the Steelers Technology Department with hardware, software, and other systems. The position is for a front-end developer for the company’s in-house programs; the position also involves help desk and user support. The intern will work with the company’s application developer on various tasks and also assist with other user technology projects.

The company is looking for students who have graduated or plan to graduate in the near future. The company wants applicants who are comfortable with a networked computer environment, skilled in HTML or CSS, and interested in design.

This internship is Full-Time, Paid, and lasts for a full year. The internship can lead to full-time positions at the NFL.

For more information, or to apply for this position, click one of the following links: Link 1 or Link 2.

DHS 2017 Secretary’s Honors Program Cyber Student Volunteer Initiative

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2017 Secretary’s Honors Program Cyber Student Volunteer Initiative for current undergraduate and graduate college students. This program is a part of the Department’s efforts to build a cybersecurity talent pipeline by working with secondary, post-secondary institutions and other key partners in academia and the private sector. Through the Secretary’s Honors Program Cyber Student Volunteer Initiative, students are able to learn about the DHS cybersecurity mission by completing hands-on cybersecurity work and building technical experience in key areas such as digital forensics, network diagnostics and incident response.

In the 2017 Secretary’s Honors Program Cyber Student Volunteer Initiative cycle, more than 50 student assignments are available at over 40 local DHS field offices across the country. Participating DHS Components include Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD), Management Directorate/Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), Office of Policy/Cyber, Infrastructure and Resilience Policy, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and United States Coast Guard (USCG).

The Secretary’s Honors Program Cyber Student Volunteer Initiative application period is open for applications from December 14, 2016 to January 20, 2017 through USAJOBS.

Foreign Service IT Fellowship

The U.S. Department of State is sponsoring an IT fellowship for students in IT-related majors. There are two different fellowship opportunities: one for undergraduates and one for graduates.

The undergraduate fellowship is available only for sophomores. Accepted applicants will be working for two summer. For one summer, they will work in Washington, D.C. with the Department of State. During the second summer, they will work a Foreign Affairs job at an embassy abroad. The fellowship will also cover $37,500 annually for tuition, room & board, books, fees, and other travel expenses.

The graduate fellowship is available for seniors who have already been accepted into a Master’s or Integrated program. The accepted applicants will do the same jobs in both summers as the undergraduate applicants.

At the end of both the undergraduate and graduate fellowships, the accepted applicants are guaranteed jobs with the U.S. Department of State. Both positions require a five-year commitment after completion of work for the Department of State. Students applying must be currently enrolled in an IT degree.

Students can apply at http://www.twc.edu/FAIT2017

Here is a link to a brochure for the fellowships: fait-fellowship-brochure-final

For more information, contact Dr. Paullet at paullet@rmu.edu

IT/Engineering Intern – Curtiss-Wright EMD

Curtiss-Wright Electro-Mechanical Corporation is looking for an IT/Engineering Intern to work for them staring in January 2017. Curtiss-Wright EMD is a lead supplier of critical function, electro-mechanical products. The company is located in Cheswick, Pennsylvania.

The position will focus on hardware and system administration within a high-end engineering environment. The position will also involve the configuring of Red Hat Linux workstations and clusters, along with engineering SW installation and troubleshooting. The position will also involve hardware roll-outs and upgrades.

Qualifications:

  • G.P.A. of 3.2 or higher
  • U.S. Citizen
  • Must have transportation to company location
  • Can work full time, or at least 24-30 hours per week

The internship is paid, starting at $15.00/hour. Applicants can apply though ColonialTRAK or directly to Cathy Pascarella at cathypascarella@gmail.com. Applications must be submitted by Saturday, December 17th. 

U.S. Steel Interview for Interns

U.S. Steel will be hiring twenty IT/Computer Security/Cyber Security interns for the 2017 Summer session. The positions will be located at the company’s Service Center in the South Side (Pittsburgh). The company will be conducting interviews at their headquarters location from Friday, November 18th, to Friday, December 2nd.

The internship will start in June 2017, will last between twelve and fourteen weeks, and will be paid. Interns will work in one of the following areas:  Enterprise Applications and Global Business Processes, Global Plant Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning, or Cyber Security.

The following qualifications are necessary for the internship:

  • Candidates must be a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or any IT related field
  • Candidates must have completed their sophomore year by June 2017
  • Be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Students should apply to either U.S. Steel’s website or at the following link. There is more information about the internship at the second link.

Internship Opening with Dominion Energy (Richmond, Virginia)

There is currently an internship opening in the Richmond, Virginia office of Dominion Energy Company in their Computer Forensics department. This opening is for Criminology and Computer Science students. The intern will be responsible for working with Dominion’s Security Computer Forensic specialist in various facets of the security field. Assisting with research and analyzing automated systems are two key components of the position, along with processing electronic storage devices for evidentiary reasons.

The qualified candidate will fulfill the following requirements:
-General knowledge and understanding of security concepts, and sophisticated security technologies, to support computer forensics.

-Experience with the following operating systems; DOS, Macintosh, Linux, Android, and MS Windows is preferred.

-Experience with office products such as Word, Outlook, Powerpoint, Access, Excel, email is highly preferred.

-Consistent demonstration of strong, critical thinking and decision making skills, applied in a security environment.

-Ability to assess security incidents and take appropriate action.

-Demonstrated ability to manage the flow of sensitive information.

-Ability to coordinate and manage multiple work processes.

-Experience with Encase Forensic Software, Encase, FTK, Autopsy, Magnet is a plus.

NOTE: A valid driver’s license is also required for potential candidates.

Interested candidates can find application information at: https://www.myinterfase.com/rmu/Job/Detail/Ly9DOEN5eUhZdG9WVGJ3bzNERDJtdjlaUjZGc2lHYWY3NVB4Y21OQWdQST01

IT Internships and Full Time Positions- Highmark Health

Highmark Health is looking for several IT interns and full-time entry level employees. The positions include: Graduate Intern, Undergraduate Intern, IT Analyst for the Emerging Leaders Program, Associate Application Developer, Associate Business Analyst, and Associate Security Analyst.

All applications must be submitted by Sunday, November 20th.


Graduate Intern

This summer internship provides graduate students with a full, professional experience. Interns work alongside senior staff and have opportunities to contribute towards successful delivery of critical, innovative business solutions.

Qualifications: Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, Graduate students preferred

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.


Undergraduate Intern

This summer internship provides undergraduate students with a full, professional experience. Interns work alongside senior staff and have opportunities to contribute towards successful delivery of critical, innovative business solutions.

Qualifications: Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, Juniors preferred

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.


IT Analyst- Emerging Leaders Program

In this position, employees rotate through at least 4 different IT service areas over a 2-year period. Employees are exposed to multiple tools and technologies, receive education and development opportunities designed specifically for them, and have opportunities to work on special projects that help develop the skills needed to be successful.

Qualifications: See Highmark Health Career page

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.


Associate Application Develper

This position delivers application development services in strategic languages such as Java, Javascript, or Cobol. Employees have an opportunity to work with some of the latest application development tools and technologies.

Qualifications: See Highmark Health Career page

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.


Associate Business Analyst

This position provides critical support to the applications and services used by business units. Typical responsibilities include defining requirements, managing customer requests, creating and executing test cases, and conducting data research.

Qualifications: See Highmark Health Career page

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.


Associate Security Analyst

This position is an opportunity to work in one of the hottest areas of focus for a healthcare organization. Employees may be assigned to work in one of the following critical areas to assure protection of our information assets — risk, compliance, threat, vulnerability, or governance.

Qualifications: See Highmark Health Career page

Students can apply here or through ColonialTRAK.