About the role#
As an IT Intern at Thea Energy, you will join the Corporate Technology team to support our daily operations. You will gain hands-on experience in help desk support, device management, and infrastructure projects while working in a unique environment dedicated to fusion energy technology.
What you'll do#
- Provide help desk support by triaging and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for local and remote staff.
- Configure and deploy company laptops, workstations, and printers.
- Manage user onboarding and offboarding, which includes setting up accounts in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Active Directory.
- Create and maintain internal IT documentation, guides, and FAQs.
- Track hardware inventory, software licenses, and peripheral equipment.
- Assist with IT infrastructure projects such as system migrations, network upgrades, and security audits.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or certification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Basic knowledge of Windows 10/11 and macOS operating systems.
- Understanding of core networking concepts like IP addressing, Wi-Fi troubleshooting, and DNS.
- A logical approach to solving technical problems and a desire to learn how systems work.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical fixes to non-technical users in a patient, friendly manner.
- Ability to handle sensitive company data with discretion.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Capability to perform tasks involving typing, standing, or sitting for long periods.
- Comfort working in a facility that includes industrial hazards like noise, heat, cold, fumes, high voltage, high current, strong magnets, pressure systems, and cryogenics.
Location & details#
- Location: Kearny, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time internship with a rolling start date.
- Compensation: $24 to $29 per hour.
About Thea Energy
Thea Energy develops fusion energy systems using arrays of magnets and software controls. The company focuses on commercial fusion as a source of zero-emission power. It was founded in 2022 as a spin-out from the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory and Princeton University. The team is currently designing Eos, an integrated fusion system based on a planar coil stellarator architecture. The company is based in Kearny, New Jersey, and employs between 51 and 200 people.
How to get in at Thea Energy
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