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Information Technology Intern - Spring 2025

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Sporting Kansas City

Sep 7

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Kansas City, +1
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a degree with a 3.0 GPA, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and have a passion for sports. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
  • You will troubleshoot technical issues, maintain systems, support staff, provide training, research new technologies, document processes, and assist at events while representing the organization professionally.

Requirements

  • - All SKC interns must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree or must have recently achieved their Bachelor’s Degree.
  • - Strong organizational, communications and interpersonal skills.
  • - Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
  • - Passionate about professional sports (preferably soccer), and stadium and event operations.
  • - Positive attitude.
  • - Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.
  • - Strong work ethic.
  • - Excellent leadership skills.
  • - Exceptional attention to detail, and talent for accuracy and precision.
  • - Professional appearance and attitude, as well as the ability to work with others.
  • - Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at a four-year, accredited college institution or enrolled in an accredited graduate program.
  • - Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. based on a 4.0 scale.
  • - Interest and experience in competitive sports preferred.
  • - Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Calendar.
  • - Must be able to fluently speak, read, and write the English language.
  • - Required to sit, stand and walk.
  • - Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
  • - Reach with hands and arms.
  • - Required to talk and hear consistently.

Responsibilities

  • - Information Technology (IT) interns support the IT department by providing technical assistance, maintaining computer systems, and configuring hardware and software.
  • - Troubleshooting: Resolving technical issues, such as internet and network access issues, and determining causes of computer, software, or network malfunctions
  • - Maintenance: Installing and maintaining computer systems, including software and hardware on desktops and laptops, and helping maintain the company's network infrastructure
  • - Support: Providing technical support to employees, responding to help desk tickets, and meeting with staff to provide one-on-one assistance
  • - Training: Providing training to staff on software and hardware use
  • - Research: Researching new technologies and tools that could benefit the team
  • - Documentation: Documenting and maintaining hardware, software, and other technology systems
  • - Always represent Sporting Kansas City and its related affiliates in a professional manner.
  • - Perform other related tasks as assigned.
  • - Attend all Sporting Kansas City home games, as well as non-soccer related events.
  • - Act as a representative of Sporting Kansas City at all home matches, engaging with guests and working to create Magic Moments for all fans.
  • - Support the IT & AV team by providing technical assistance to Fans, Staff and other event attendees as needed.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The Information Technology Intern position is for the Spring 2025 semester.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree or must have recently achieved their Bachelor’s Degree, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is paid, so applicants are encouraged to inquire during the application process.

What types of tasks will I be doing as an IT intern?

Interns will perform a variety of tasks including providing technical assistance, troubleshooting issues, maintaining computer systems, supporting employees, providing training, conducting research on new technologies, and documenting technology systems.

Will I be required to attend Sporting Kansas City games?

Yes, all interns are expected to attend all Sporting Kansas City home games, as well as non-soccer related events.

Are there specific physical requirements for this position?

Yes, the role requires abilities such as sitting, standing, and walking, along with frequent stooping, bending, and reaching.

What experience or skills should I have prior to applying?

Interns should have proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, experience or interest in competitive sports, and strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Is prior experience in IT necessary for this internship?

While prior experience may be helpful, it is not explicitly required as candidates are primarily expected to be pursuing relevant degrees and have an interest in the IT field.

What personal attributes are important for this role?

Ideal candidates should possess strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, the ability to work both independently and in a team, and exceptional attention to detail.

How can I apply for this internship?

Interested candidates should submit their application through the Sporting Kansas City website or the specified application platform, including their resume and any other required materials.

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Sporting Kansas City

@SportingKC

Entertainment & Media
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1996
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sporting Kansas City is proud to be the only professional sports organization in Kansas City with local ownership. The team's parent organization, Sporting Club, consists of the following five entrepreneurs in the Kansas City business community: The Patterson Family, Cliff Illig, Robb Heineman, Greg Maday and Pat Curran. Sporting Kansas City is a charter member of Major League Soccer and plays at state-of-the-art Sporting Park, which opened in June 2011 as one of the best stadiums of its size in the world.