OPS - IT Intern (NJ, Princeton)

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled IT Intern to join our IT department. This role provides hands-on experience in IT optimization and large-scale infrastructure projects, including a storage infrastructure refresh initiative.

You will work alongside experienced IT professionals to support enterprise systems, gaining exposure to real-world environments spanning networking, storage, automation, and Linux-based systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support administration and maintenance of enterprise compute, storage and network systems
• Monitor system performance, collect metrics, and identify bottlenecks
• Assist in troubleshooting issues across networking, storage, and system performance
• Develop scripts and automation tools to improve operational efficiency
• Work with Linux, Windows and MacOS-based systems for configuration, tuning, and optimization
• Document workflows, configurations, and system changes for knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with IT staff on day-to-day operations and ongoing projects

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Strong foundation in networking concepts
• Hands-on experience with Linux systems
• Familiarity with scripting
• Familiarity with Docker / container-based environments
• Understanding of storage and network infrastructure fundamentals
• Exposure to IT automation tools (e.g., Ansible)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications

• ?Prior internship or project experience in IT or systems operations
• ?Experience using Git or version control systems
• ?Understanding of IT security fundamentals

Duration

• ~3 months (flexible based on availability) on-site at our Princeton, NJ, location

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $22 -?$25/hr. NEC offers its interns paid company holidays and?access to fitness areas.? We offer a collaborative, friendly and growth-oriented atmosphere that includes team events, such as onsite ping pong, basketball courts, billiards, volleyball tournaments, tennis/pickleball courts, complimentary snacks and beverages and monthly tea-time events.

ABOUT NEC LABORATORIES AMERICA

NEC Laboratories America, Inc. (NEC Labs) is the US-based research center for NEC Corporation?s global network of corporate research laboratories with locations in Princeton, New Jersey, and San Jose, California. NEC Corporation is a leader in integrating IT and network technologies with more than 100 years of expertise in technological innovation to empower people, businesses, and society. ?We focus on technology research and early market penetration in five primary areas: Data Science & Systems Research, Integrated Systems, Machine Learning, Media Analytics, and Optical Networking & Sensing.? Since our founding in 1988, NEC Labs America has strived to uncover essential knowledge and create innovative solutions for society in collaboration with industry, academia, and governments.?

NEC Laboratories America is committed to the maximum utilization of all human resources and the goal of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic characteristics, height, weight, arrest record pertaining to misdemeanors or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

NEC Laboratories America??is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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