IT Summer Intern in Jackson, Mississippi at Ambition Prep

Background of the Organization

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS.

Overview

The IT Summer Intern will support the school’s technology systems and infrastructure to ensure a smooth and efficient learning environment for staff and students. This role provides hands-on experience in educational technology, device management, hardware troubleshooting, and school-based IT operations. The intern will assist with summer readiness projects to ensure all technology is prepared for the upcoming school year.

Responsibilities and Duties

Chromebook Cart Management:

• Manage and maintain Chromebook carts to ensure devices are organized, functional, and ready for instructional use
• Ensure proper cable management within each cart
• Replace missing or damaged asset tags
• Create and maintain a cart inventory sheet to be stored with each cart
• Remove old user accounts from devices
• Verify that each Chromebook is updated to the latest approved operating system version
• Triage and document broken or malfunctioning Chromebooks
• When possible, standardize carts so that devices are the same make and model

Tech Room Operations:

• Support the organization and functionality of the school’s technology workspace
• Salvage usable parts from disposal Chromebooks
• Organize recovered parts by make and model
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly tech workspace
• Accurately document inventory of parts and devices
  
  

Day-to-Day Technology Support:

• Provide operational and technical support to staff and technology team members
• Assist Tech Workers with assigned projects and troubleshooting
• Respond to and assist with copier support requests
• Refresh and prepare faculty devices for the upcoming school year (updates, cleaning, reimaging, configuration, and testing)
• Troubleshoot basic hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information at all times
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to ensure the safety and security of school technology equipment
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

To be a part of the Ambition Prep team, all candidates must possess an unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission, students, families, and community through the implementation of policies and procedures. Candidates must share the belief that every student can learn at an advanced level regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status.

The ideal candidate must be able to adapt efficiently in a fast-paced school environment and demonstrate professionalism, accountability, flexibility, organization and a growth mindset. Candidates must be receptive to constructive feedback and committed to supporting the overall success of the school community.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed coursework in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Google Workspace
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and hardware components preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff and students

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

• Experience working in a school setting or with youth preferred
• Successful background check in compliance with state law required
  
  

Compensation

Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive hourly compensation commensurate with experience. Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.