Information Technology, Infrastructure Intern (Hybrid)

Vitamix is unquestionably the premium brand of high-performance “blenders,” and known for its top-notch company culture and climate. It is an important component of what makes Vitamix unique and successful, and the reason why Vitamix is recognized as a Top Workplace, NorthCoast99 Winner, and Smart Culture Award recipient.

Throughout its 101-year history, Vitamix has encouraged and promoted healthy lifestyles for both its customers and employees. Employees enjoy multiple wellness programs and perks, a free Vitamix machine, and an onsite fitness center. Vitamix also offers a flexible work environment, great work culture, healthy living initiatives like fitness reimbursements, and opportunities for advancement.

For consumers, Vitamix can be found domestically in places like William Sonoma, Sur la Table, Crate & Barrel, Target, Amazon, and at Vitamix.com, and is in over 130 countries around the world.

Ultimately, Vitamix is the Global-leader in high-performance blending solutions for home and commercial use, is preferred by chefs and is found in many of top restaurants around the world. It is relied upon by culinary schools in the U.S. and has been used to train thousands of students and master chefs worldwide. If it is not a Vitamix, it’s just a blender.

Vitamix is seeking a Information Technology Intern, Infrastructure, is responsible for assisting the Infrastructure Engineers and Technicians in addressing customer needs and advancing Vitamix initiatives. The Intern will execute various tasks and provides day-to-day support to the team. The Intern will be expected to document their work per department standards and present results, conclusions and recommendations to stakeholders. Additionally, the Intern will be expected to collaborate with other team members both within Information Technology including the Service Desk in the execution of projects.

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Infrastructure Projects and Support: Assist in planning, implementation and troubleshooting of infrastructure initiatives, with direct responsibility in the network space under the guidance of experienced IT professionals.
• System Maintenance and Monitoring: Collaborate with the Infrastructure Team to monitor system performance, resolve issues and identify updates to ensure continuous and expected system performance.
• Documentation: Research technology project standards or requirements to identify possible solutions to business problems or continuous improvement activities. Create and maintain accurate documentation of IT processes, system configuration and projects to support ongoing system administration and knowledge sharing.
• Training: Shadow team and actively participate in training to deepen understanding of IT infrastructure technologies and best practices.
• Troubleshooting: Assist in diagnosing and resolving common technical issues, following escalation procedures when appropriate.
• Additional Responsibilities: Assist the Infrastructure and Service Desk Teams with special projects and initiatives such as laptop imaging, asset testing and general customer support, owning some scope of work from start to finish.
• Note: This is not a theoretical role but real world, hands-on experience.

 

The ideal candidate will also possess:

• Possesses and displays excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information in a clear, focused and concise manner
• Demonstrated ability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all levels of employees in a team-oriented environment.
• High level of professionalism and maturity.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks on time and to required specifications in a high-pressure environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• (preferred) Previous classroom or work experience with computers, software development and/or hardware support
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
• (preferred) Currently a college junior or senior

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Vita-Mix Corporation, doing business as Vitamix, is an American company that manufactures and sells commercial and residential blenders. Vitamix was founded in 1921 by William Grover Barnard and is privately owned by the Barnard family. It has been based in Olmsted Township, Ohio, since 1948. It employs more than 700 people, most at its Northeast Ohio headquarters and manufacturing facilities. Vitamix products are sold in over 130 countries.