Research IT Operations Intern - Spring 2027 - ELSYS
Georgia Tech Research Institute
Summary
Georgia Tech Research Institute's Research IT Department (RITD) is currently seeking highly motivated student Intern for the upcoming Spring 2027 semester to join our IT Operations Team and to assist with research project work throughout the Electronic Systems Laboratory (ELSYS).
Job description
Our Interns work in a collaborative environment managing the helpdesk ticket systems. We provide IT support to ELSYS employees and assist researchers and engineers with various projects. Students will also be exposed to virtualization, DevOps, Linux, scripting, and server infrastructure.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Security Assurance, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Computer Science or a similar field of study
- 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
- Be interested in learning IT operations (including but not limited to system administration/deployment, networking, software troubleshooting, and security)
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating systems, various types of computer hardware, and networking
- A passion for technology, and a desire to grow as an IT professional
Preferred Qualifications
- Task/team leadership experience
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas
- Knowledge of Linux operating systems is considered a plus
Additional Requirements
- 40 hours per week
- Due to our research contracts with the US federal government, candidates for this position are required to be US Citizens
- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
- Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Information Systems, Information Security Assurance, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Computer Science or a similar field of study
- 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
- Must be registered for Full-time Internship Credit
- Be interested in learning IT operations (including but not limited to system administration/deployment, networking, software troubleshooting, and security)
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating systems, various types of computer hardware, and networking
- A passion for technology, and a desire to grow as an IT professional
- Task/team leadership experience
- Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas
- Knowledge of Linux operating systems is considered a plus
- US Citizenship required
- Must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance
Company overview
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology, serving as one of the nation's premier university-affiliated research centers. Established in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has evolved into a comprehensive research organization that conducts cutting-edge applied research across multiple domains including defense systems, cybersecurity, telecommunications, energy systems, and biomedical engineering. With a workforce of over 2,000 researchers, engineers, and support staff, GTRI operates numerous specialized research laboratories and collaborates extensively with government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions. The institute is particularly renowned for its work in radar systems, electronic warfare, and advanced communications technologies, contributing significantly to national security and technological innovation. GTRI's research portfolio spans both classified and unclassified projects, with a strong emphasis on translating fundamental research into practical solutions that address complex real-world challenges across defense, commercial, and public sectors.