IT System Administrator Intern

Start here, end here. There is a reason why we have so many employees with 20+ years with the company-Pace offers careers. Join us in becoming the premier die casting manufacturer and engineering solutions supplier worldwide.Position Overview:North America's leading die-casting provider, Pace Industries, offers manufacturers full-service solutions with a unique blend of experience, innovation, and expertise, providing confidence in their products' quality.Join the dynamic team at Pace Industries, located in Novi, MI as a Systems Administrator Intern. As a System Administrator Intern, you will assist our IT team in managing and supporting our systems and applications, including Active Directory (AD), Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), Microsoft 365 (O365), MS Exchange, Windows Operating Systems, Azure Infrastructure, Office applications, and both local and remote IT support. This internship will provide you with hands-on experience in system administration, hardware management, and cloud technologies. As the Systems Administer Intern, you will have the opportunity to support the company objectives and report directly to our Director of Network and Cyber Security. Apply now and become an integral part of our team!Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist in managing and maintaining Active Directory and Azure Active Directory, including user account management, group policies, and permissions.Support the administration of Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams.Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting for Windows operating systems and applications, both locally and remotely.Help maintain Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, and storage solutions.Assist with hardware management, including setup, configuration, and troubleshooting of desktops, laptops, and peripherals.Serve as a part of the IT helpdesk team, responding to support requests and providing timely resolutions.Collaborate with team members to implement system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.Monitor system performance, security, and compliance, and assist in resolving issues as they arise.Support end-users with Office application-related issues and provide training as needed.Document processes and procedures for system administration tasks.Please note that the duties and requirements described herein are intended to represent general contents of this job. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties and responsibilities.QualificationsCurrently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.Familiarity with Windows OS, Active Directory, and Microsoft Office applications.Basic understanding of cloud technologies, particularly Azure.Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Experience with hardware setup and troubleshooting is a plus.Skills:Familiarity with Windows Operating Systems (Windows 10, Windows Server).Basic knowledge of Active Directory and Azure Active Directory.Understanding of Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams).Basic experience with Azure infrastructure (VMs, networking).Hardware troubleshooting and setup skills.What We Offer:Hands-on experience with industry-standard technologies and tools.Mentorship from experienced IT professionals.Opportunity to work on real projects that impact the organization.Flexible working hours to accommodate your academic schedule.Potential for full-time placement after internship based on performance.Pace Industries offers competitive salaries with full benefits, including health/dental/vision/life/disability, PTO, and 401k with employer match.Pace Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.Pace is a career destination for engaged, passionate and talented people who are driven to seek the innovation, growth and opportunity that only we offer.