IT Intern in San Clemente, California at Swift Engineering

About Swift Engineering

If you’re passionate about engineering, innovation and making a difference, we invite you to join the Swift Engineering family. Together, we are shaping the future of aerospace and creating technologies that will change the world.

The IT Intern supports the day-to-day operations of Swift Engineering’s information technology systems. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience in IT support, system maintenance, and troubleshooting. The intern will assist with hardware and software setup, user support, and basic network and system administration while learning best practices in a professional engineering environment.

Reports to: IT Specialist

Rate: $20 to $25 per hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide basic technical support to employees, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues
• Assist with installing, configuring, and updating computer systems, software, and peripherals
• Support server room organization and optimization, including cable management, labeling, and documentation
• Assist with network cabling, rewiring, and physical infrastructure improvements to ensure clean, efficient connectivity
• Support documentation of IT processes, procedures, and system configurations
• Collaborate with other departments to understand their technical needs and provide IT support solutions that improve workflows and productivity
• Help maintain inventory of IT equipment and track assets
• Collaborate with internal teams and external IT vendors when needed
• Support basic IT security practices and compliance requirements

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, software, and networking concepts
• Familiarity with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Working Conditions:

Primarily in an office environment, and shop environment.

Additional Information

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned by authorized personnel. All listed duties are considered essential functions of the position and may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Swift Engineering is an EOE. All employees must be a "US Person" Per ITAR requirements.