Information Technology Intern

Institute For Advanced Learning And Research

Job Location:

Danville, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIPInterested in information technology hardware software and hands-on technical support Join the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) for a summer internship supporting a variety of IT operations across the organization. This internship offers real-world experience working with IT professionals on infrastructure equipment imaging A/V systems and event technology support.

WHAT YOULL DO Assist Operations staff with technology needs during conference center events
Support Infrastructure staff with conversion projects and server room updates
Update image and prepare computer lab equipment
Conduct audio and video network testing and assist with documentation
Work independently and collaboratively to complete IT tasks and projects

WHAT YOULL LEARN Hands-on experience with IT hardware software and systems
Practical skills in imaging networking troubleshooting and equipment setup
Insight into how IT supports day-to-day operations in a multifacility organization
Professional skills in communication teamwork and technical problem-solving

PROGRAM DETAILS Duration: 8 weeks
Schedule: Approximately 28 hours per week up to a maximum of 224 hours
Compensation: $15 per hour / $3360 total stipend
Location: In-person at IALR (Danville VA)

OTHER DETAILSIALR reserves the right to modify and/or cancel the internship program. Modifications may include a shortened timeframe with a prorated adjustment to compensation alternate assignments or adjustments to work-site location. Internships are primarily in-person. The IALR Internship Program does not provide local housing or a housing allowance.

Qualifications

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the 2026 IALR Internship Program applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria:
Be a high school graduate (may be graduating Spring 2026) with plans to attend college in Fall 2026
Be a current undergraduate or graduate student
Be a recent college graduate (within the past 12 months)

INTERNSHIP TIMELINE
Application Deadline: March 20 2026 at 4:00 PM (EST)
Candidate Interviews (Microsoft Teams): April
Intern Selection Notifications: April 30 2026
Please note: IALR internships are highly competitive and not all applicants will be invited to interview.

MANDATORY PROGRAM DATES
Intern Orientation (required for all interns): June 1 2026 OR June 8 2026
Mandatory Internship Luncheon and Final Presentations: July 24 2026

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS
Interns must complete a total of 224 hours by August 10 2026
The internship is designed as an 8-week program served in consecutive weeks
Interns are permitted ONE unpaid week off during the program
Except for this one week interns are expected to work continuously

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
All applicants must submit ONE letter of recommendation as part of the application process. The letter will be reviewed in addition to application letter must be received by March 20 2026.

SUBMISSION OPTIONS
Letters of recommendation can be provided by email or address. The details are below:

Email:

Mail:
ATTN: HR Internship
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
150 Slayton Avenue
Danville VA 24540

LETTER REQUIREMENTS
The letter must include:
The references relationship to the applicant
Length of time the reference has known the applicant
Comments on the applicants knowledge skills and abilities relevant to the internship
Any concerns that may prevent successful completion of the internship

Required Experience:

Intern