Canopy Careers
Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children’s Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:
- The voice of our children and families always comes first
- Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
- We take great joy in service to others
- Our families and our communities deserve our very best
Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the third consecutive year, and is one of only seven companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2023-2024. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.
Position Overview:
- In this role, students completing the IT internship will become a part of our team and will learn about how we support our employees and supervisors so they can best serve our children and families. The Intern will assist the Information Technology department in providing technical assistance and support for Canopy’s staff for hardware and software issues.
- Will gain hands-on experience with installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer systems for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices support.
- Resolve internet and network access issues, for both wired and wireless devices, providing network printer support, as well as auditing and documenting the accountancy of computer equipment.
- Student must possess excellent oral and written presentation skills, maturity, self-motivation, and must be able to integrate into our vibrantly inclusive and passionate team.
- This opportunity is unpaid and for academic credit only.
Internship Program Requirements:
- All interns are required to attend a mandatory 40-hour orientation and training session at the beginning of their internship.
- Business Professional or Clinical Attire
- Established contract with academic institution.
- Minimum 100-hour commitment unless stated otherwise in contract.
- Students must satisfactorily complete goals as outlined by university affiliates and their assigned site supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
- Current students enrolled in an undergraduate program in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related field.
- Must be enrolled, and in good academic standing, with an accredited academic institution at time of internship.
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