System Administration Intern (Summer 2026 Internship)
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Job Location:
Schaumburg, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
Centralized Managed Support Operations (CMSO) is part of the Global Services organization that supports external customers. Our mission is to be the leading provider of integrated mission-critical services that make our customers operations reliable smarter and more efficient while delivering exceptional customer experiences and outcomes.
Job Description
The System Administration Intern will support the IT Infrastructure team in maintaining troubleshooting and optimizing our server environments and network systems. This individual will gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level hardware and software while ensuring maximum uptime and security for our digital workspace.
Key Responsibilities
System Maintenance: Assist in the installation configuration and patching of servers operating systems and core applications.
Technical Support: Resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 hardware and software issues for team members across the organization.
Network Monitoring: Monitor system performance and connectivity to identify and escalate potential bottlenecks or security vulnerabilities.
Documentation: Create and update technical guides inventory logs and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the IT knowledge base.
User Management: Manage account lifecycle tasks including onboarding offboarding and permission adjustments within Active Directory or cloud identity providers.
Automation & Scripting: Support the team in writing or refining basic scripts to automate repetitive administrative tasks.
Security Compliance: Participate in routine security audits and data backup verification to ensure organizational data integrity.
Preferred Qualifications
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
Foundational knowledge of Linux/Unix or Windows Server environments.
A collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Basic Requirements
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Motorola Solutions, Inc., incorporated on March 9, 1973, is a provider of communication infrastructure, devices, accessories, software and services. The Company operates through two segments: Products and Services. It serves global customer base spanning federal, state, county, provin ... View more
