IT Systems Administrator Intern
Neuralink· Internships
Hybrid (Austin, TX), Hybrid (South San Francisco, CA)$25/hrinternPosted 5mo ago
About the role
IT Systems Administrator Intern providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 end-user support, onboarding/offboarding, and collaboration on broader infrastructure projects within Neuralink's IT team.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a first point of contact for T1 and T2 Helpdesk support, triaging and resolving end-user tickets across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments
- Assist with device imaging, configuration, and deployment for new hire onboarding using MDM platforms (e.g., Jamf, Intune, or Kandji)
- Support user onboarding and offboarding processes including account provisioning and deprovisioning in identity platforms (Google Workspace, Okta, or Microsoft Entra)
- Troubleshoot L1 and L2 connectivity issues including Wi-Fi, VPN, and basic VLAN-related problems, escalating to FTE Systems Administrators as needed
- Assist with hardware asset management including inventory tracking, asset tagging, and lifecycle documentation
- Support conference room AV equipment maintenance, including troubleshooting displays, video conferencing systems, and audio hardware
- Create and maintain Helpdesk documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles to support team efficiency and knowledge sharing
- Collaborate with FTE IT Systems Administrators on projects spanning endpoint management, identity and access management, SaaS administration, and security
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field
- Foundational understanding of operating systems including macOS, Windows, or Linux
- Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support a diverse, non-technical user base with patience and empathy
- Eagerness to learn, take initiative on Helpdesk tasks, and collaborate effectively with full-time IT team members
Skills
Required:Ticket triage and end-user supportDevice imaging and deploymentIdentity provisioning and deprovisioningNetworking troubleshooting
Benefits
- An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
- Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
- Paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Meals provided
- Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded*
- 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours*
- Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded*
- Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded*
Last updated Jul 8, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Neuralink
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Creating a generalized brain interface to restore autonomy to those with unmet medical needs today and unlock human potential tomorrow.
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