Technical Writer Intern (Spring Semester) US - CA- Chico Company Information Job Description Powerschool is looking for Interns for the SPRING SEMESTER of 2019 This position is a working student internship and will work part time. This position, provides the opportunity to work side-by-side with our team providing technical support for our award-winning K-12 software systems. This position provides world class solutions-oriented technical support with a strong focus on customer service that is designed to maximum customer satisfaction, while providing invaluable corporate experience. This position requires the employee to become proficient with all aspects of the application software functionality in order to accurately analyze, troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve software or system related issues. This position will interact with customers via telephone and written internet based communication. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Answers, evaluates and prioritizes incoming telephone, email and chat-based requests for assistance from users experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking and other computer-related technologies Recognizes problems, conducts research, provides resolutions and follows up with customers as needed, escalating more complex cases to the appropriate team Logs and tracks calls using problem management database and maintains history records and related problem documentation Prepares standard statistical reports, such as help desk incident reports Consults with programmers to explain software errors or to recommend changes to programs May test software and hardware to evaluate ease of use and whether product will aid user in performing work All other duties as assigned Skills & Requirements Qualifications include: 0-2 years prior experience in a technical support role Proficient in Microsoft Office suite Salesforce experience preferred Prior CRM experience preferred Strong attention to detail and time management Strong oral and written communication skills Strong customer service and conflict resolution skills Ability to handle a heavy workload and multiple projects with frequent interruptions and schedule changes Working toward bachelors degree (computer science or business preferred) or recent graduate NOTE - These Internships begin in January 2019