IT Applications Intern

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve.By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office.

This part-time internship is an in-person experience at our Southfield, MI office. The candidate must be available to intern on-site with us on Tuesday and Wednesday at a minimum. The duration of this internship will last approximately 6 months with potential internship extension, depending on business needs.

Location: Southfield, MI

What you'll do

In this support role on AlixPartners' Corporate Services team, you will work with our in-house People IT team supporting key People applications.

The Intern is a paid, short term/part-time role located in Southfield, Michigan, and reports to the Corporate Applications Support Systems Manager - People. Paid relocation and benefits are not available for this temporary position.

• Work on real-world Line of Business applications from a learning/collaborative centric environment
• Gain experience and exposure to HR functions within organizations and IT's contributions
• Understand delivering IT-solutions into non-IT business organizations
• Troubleshoot and solve problems
• Utilize and improve communications skill, both oral and written
• Gain experience working on multiple projects at the same time (time/priority management)
• Learn the value of and balance around software development lifecycle (SDLC) and project management processes in an IT environment
• Learn and be trained in cutting edge cloud applications
• Participate in data conversion activities for People projects: work on data extraction, manipulation, and load
• Participate in software testing; learn and use tools to test cloud-based applications; perform functional testing in pre-production environments
• Create and update existing technical documentation
• Work on automating manual processes using recent technology
• Respond to level 3 support request; report defects, including steps and data necessary to reproduce
• Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities

What you'll need

• Currently enrolled in an accredited University program
• Working knowledge of Excel, including VLOOKUP and advanced functions such as Macros
• Working knowledge and interest in SQL queries and testing applications
• Exposure to, interest in, or taken data analysis courses
• Dependable and reliable with highly effective interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners'Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization

MUST BE CURRENTLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. NO VISA OR IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE, NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. (e.g., H-1B, STEM OPT, TN, etc.)

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability. AlixPartners is a proud Silver award-winning Veteran Friendly Employer.

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