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POSITION SUMMARY
Sony Corporation of America ("SCA") is seeking a Desktop Support IT intern to support a couple of initiatives on enhancing & updating users' system and including proving technical assistance, maintaining computer systems, and configuring hardware and software across the organization. The chosen candidate will be able to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, assist with the implementation of new technologies, and provide training and support to team members.
This is an in-person internship that requires the intern to come into the San Diego Office.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical assistance and end user support to staff and customers on hardware and software-related issues, including help desk notes for escalation and resolution.
Complete PC setup and deployment for new employees and perform timely workstation hardware and software upgrades per company specifications, policies, and procedures.
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, connection, and software issues reported to the service desk.
Monitor and remove viruses, spyware, and other non-authorized software from devices.
Apply firmware updates as needed.
Participate in activities related to Change Management, Major Incident Response, and other key processes.
Work with multiple regional teams in support of Sony operations.
Support of ITIL V4 processes
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
Your qualifications and experience should include:
Student in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related fields.
Experience in Service Management using ITSM tools such as Remedy and IT related functions such as Cloud and Application development, Security, Infrastructure software development or support.
Experience working with Mac OS X and Windows 10\11, MS Office, and computer software and hardware equipment.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Experience in troubleshooting hardware, software, network, and remote access problems is desirable.
Key Competencies:
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Able to conduct research into issues and products as required.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to present ideas in a user-friendly language.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Strong customer service orientation.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Ability to maintain a high level of flexibility and to learn and support new applications.
The target hourly rate for this internship is $21.00 per hour. The individual will be paid hourly and eligible for overtime.
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Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America
Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.
While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or membership in any other legally protected category.