MiTek® USA Inc., a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. is the world's leading supplier of state-of-the-art, engineered connector products, engineering services, and computer-driven machinery for the building component industry. We provide the industry's most advanced, most comprehensive, and most innovative software for design and manufacturing. Our products and services are backed up by a team of industry professionals who are dedicated to one goal – making our customers successful. The intern position will provide assistance with project work and other administrative tasks for the networking group. These tasks can include some technical work such as creating scripts, installing and configuring software, and testing software configurations on both Windows and/or Linux systems. Other tasks would include creating limited technical documentation and researching technical issues.

Required Skills

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT(S)

• Review configuration standards and identify those systems outside of current standard.
• Basic troubleshooting of network related OS settings.
• Understanding of computer programming and scripting languages.
• Basic understanding of common IT terms and concepts such as CPU, memory, storage, network protocols, servers, routers, switches, cloud, and database.
• Interoperability of network with other department functions such as infrastructure and applications.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

• Interactions With Others - Must be a team player who interacts well with other members of the network team.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others ideas and tries new things. 
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. 
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles. Measure self against standard of excellence. Take calculated risks to accomplish goals. 
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. 
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 
• Working Relationships - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel. 
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others. 
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

Currently engaged in receiving or have an Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Networking, Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience: Required

Computer/Organization Skills:

• Knowledge of Networking protocols, Telephony protocols and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Restful API’s).

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, tracking status and communicating with multiple team members.

• Strong written skills for technical and non-technical documents.

• Process Oriented/re-engineering skills.

• Strong problem solving/issue resolution skills. 

• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and sense of ownership.

• Strong interpersonal and coordination/team building skills.

• Manufacturing industry experience a plus.

• Systems thinking - the ability to see how parts interact with the whole (big picture thinking)

• Time management and prioritization

Other Requirements:

Candidate should possess strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to proactively address business needs in innovative ways. Strong sense of urgency and strong commitment to quality.   

Required Experience

MITEK IS AN E-VERIFY AND DRUG AND TOBACCO-FREE WORKPLACE

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY STATUS, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS, OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY LAW.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT(S)

• Review configuration standards and identify those systems outside of current standard.
• Basic troubleshooting of network related OS settings.
• Understanding of computer programming and scripting languages.
• Basic understanding of common IT terms and concepts such as CPU, memory, storage, network protocols, servers, routers, switches, cloud, and database.
• Interoperability of network with other department functions such as infrastructure and applications.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCY STATEMENT(S)

• Interactions With Others - Must be a team player who interacts well with other members of the network team.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others ideas and tries new things. 
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. 
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals. Demonstrate persistence and overcome obstacles. Measure self against standard of excellence. Take calculated risks to accomplish goals. 
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. 
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 
• Working Relationships - Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel. 
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 
• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others. 
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

Currently engaged in receiving or have an Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Networking, Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience: Required

Computer/Organization Skills:

• Knowledge of Networking protocols, Telephony protocols and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Restful API’s).

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, tracking status and communicating with multiple team members.

• Strong written skills for technical and non-technical documents.

• Process Oriented/re-engineering skills.

• Strong problem solving/issue resolution skills. 

• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and sense of ownership.

• Strong interpersonal and coordination/team building skills.

• Manufacturing industry experience a plus.

• Systems thinking - the ability to see how parts interact with the whole (big picture thinking)

• Time management and prioritization

Other Requirements:

Candidate should possess strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to proactively address business needs in innovative ways. Strong sense of urgency and strong commitment to quality.