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Intern- Information Technology (OIT- Help Desk)

CompanyTexas A&M University System
LocationLaredo
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will maintain and support TAMIU classroom and computer lab technologies while assisting users with technical issues via various channels. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting hardware and software, managing ticketing documentation, and performing inventory maintenance.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
377
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
19 hours
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About The Company
Prairie View A&M University is a public historically black-land grant university in Prairie View, Texas. Founded in 1876, it is one of Texas's two land grant universities and the second oldest institution of higher learning in the state.
About the Role

Job Title

Intern- Information Technology (OIT- Help Desk)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Office Of Information Technology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Job Summary


Maintain and support the operations of TAMIU classrooms and computer labs technologies.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities


  • Assist users with account, computer, and telephone related issues via email, telephone, chat/remote desktop, office, and in person.
  • Troubleshoot PCs, Apple systems, and various software applications.
  • Verify that all KIOSKs and Digital Signage work properly weekly.
  • Maintain required documentation in the Ticketing Management System.
  • Decommission nonfunctional computers and equipment to surplus. 
  • Work on special projects consisting of, but not limited to, physically mounting network and network-related equipment and preparing computers with an updated software image.
  • Maintain inventory of network hardware and communication connections.
  • Route calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Use sound, independent judgment when performing duties.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities


  • Perform and manage the Agiloft maintenance reports on a daily basis.
  • assist with event requests for A/V equipment.

Minimum Requirements


  • TAMIU student majoring in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
  • Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate and 3 credit hours per semester for graduates.
  • Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students and 3.0 for graduate students.
  • Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


  • Strong computer Knowledge, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must possess excellent customer service and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with the general public.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work and attend to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and assignments and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to resolve problems by analyzing, recommending, and implementing changes.

Physical Requirements


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Other Requirements


  • Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
  • Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
  • Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.
  • Promptly complete all required trainings.
  • Submit time sheet biweekly.
  • Subject to funding and/or need.


Pay of Rate: $10.50/hour for up to 19 hours weekly

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Key Skills
Computer troubleshootingCustomer serviceTeamworkTechnical supportMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCommunicationTicketing managementHardware inventoryA/V equipment supportRemote desktop support
Categories
TechnologyCustomer Service & SupportEducationAdministrative