Managed IT Services Service Desk Consulting Intern - Winter 2027
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We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.
A Managed IT Service (MTS) Desk Intern, within our Technology Consulting group, provides you with a unique opportunity to be a part of our dynamic practice. As our company continues to grow, we are looking for individuals who seek roles that expose them to all facets of infrastructure including engineering, technology, design and business. Our team is composed of smart, self-motivated individuals who thrive in a cohesive and results-oriented environment and enjoy the challenge of real responsibility. As a MTS Desk Intern, you will work directly with our highly trained consultants and have access to a large cross-section of engagements and projects that will develop your I.T. career.
A Managed IT Service (MITS) Desk Intern provides remote technical support to our external managed serve clients. This position requires strong technical ability, great customer service skills, and the desire to learn. These attributes will be used in a fast-paced, fun, team-oriented environment.
To provide exceptional service and maintain the highest level of quality assurance for our clients, we record calls into our client-facing service desk. These recordings are used for training and quality assurance purposes only. Your privacy is important to us, and we will continue to take all necessary steps to safeguard your personal information. Team members will be required to sign a consent form upon start date authorizing these client calls to be recorded.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide phone and email technical support for end-users to resolve any hardware or software issues
Support and troubleshoot workstations, servers and network related issues
Perform systems administration for Office 365, Windows Servers, and workstations across multiple clients
Adaptability to changing processes and technology
Works well within team interactions
Monitor and troubleshoot client backups
Escalate client issues through the proper channels
Manage cases according to defined case impact and priority
Maintain client security standards and confidentiality of information
Clearly document support issues and all resolution steps in RSM’s ticketing system
Monitor trends from reported client cases to isolate possible chronic issues for software, system, or network infrastructure that indicate failing hardware or software corruption
Update cases and communicate with clients as required until issue is closed
Basic Qualifications:
A passion for technology and a desire to learn
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or IT related concentration.
A minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred
Excellent customer service skills
Focused on attention to detail
Maintains a reasonable capacity level for stress tolerance
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Visio
Knowledge of Apple and Windows-based software/hardware
Excellent written and verbal communication, problem solving and analytical skills.
Travel to assigned client locations is required. Must have access to and ability to arrange for use of reliable modes of transportation to those locations.
Ability to travel up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications:
Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or IT related concentration.
Experience with Office 365 and associated workloads including Email and SharePoint
Experience with firewalls, such as Cisco, SonicWALL and Meraki
Experience with VMWare ESX hosts and vSphere Client for administration
Experience with Windows Servers, Azure AD Administration, SharePoint and Teams Administration.
Experience with remote solutions, such as Citrix, Remote Desktop Services and VPN
Experience with enterprise mobile devices
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
RSM does not intend to hire entry-level candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future. This includes individuals who will one day request or require RSM to file or complete immigration-related forms or prepare letters on their behalf in order for them to obtain or continue their work authorization.
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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $32 - $38 per hour