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IT Support Technician Intern (Year-Round)

Charter Manufacturing · Mequon, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

How do you explain a technical fix to someone who is not comfortable with computers?

What they are checking: Patience and plain communication, which matter most in support roles.

Tell me about a tech problem you solved on your own that took some digging.

What they are checking: Curiosity and persistence, which make a good support technician.

How will you manage part-time hours during the school year?

What they are checking: Reliability and time management for a year-round internship.

Why does IT support interest you as a step in your career?

What they are checking: Whether they see the value of support work and will take it seriously.

What would you do

Two people need help at the same time, and one is a production supervisor whose printer is down. How do you decide who goes first?

What they are checking: Prioritization based on business impact, like a stopped production line.

What would you do if you could not fix a problem?

What they are checking: Whether they escalate in time and learn from the answer rather than leaving users stuck.

About the work

Walk me through how you would set up a new computer for an employee from start to finish.

What they are checking: Practical knowledge of imaging, accounts and software installs, which is core to this internship.

A user says their computer is slow. How do you troubleshoot it?

What they are checking: Whether they follow a logical troubleshooting process instead of guessing.

Have you worked with a ticketing system? How do you keep tickets updated?

What they are checking: Discipline about documenting work so others know the status and history of an issue.

A handheld scanner on the plant floor stops connecting to the network. What would you check?

What they are checking: Basic networking and device troubleshooting in a manufacturing setting.

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The full job description

As published by Charter Manufacturing.

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a family-owned group of differentiated metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936. Our will to grow is our success. It is the result of Charter’s respected team of employees, each person’s dedication to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. Our businesses include Charter Steel, Charter Casting, Charter Wire, and Niles Iron & Metal. About the IT Support Technician Internship : Gain hands-on experience providing technical support by setting up new computers, configuring handheld scanners and printers, and resolving employee technology issues through our ticketing system. Program structure: • Schedule: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer. • Location: Mequon, WI • Start Date: January 2027 • Duration: Year-round internship What we're looking for: • Enrollment in a two-year or four-year degree program in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level. • Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. • Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. • Ability to succeed in a team environment. • Ability to handle multiple tasks. What you'll focus on: • End-user IT support: software installation, hardware set-up and delivery within our ticketing system. • Participate in Continuous Improvement projects. • Document and improve processes. What Sets Our Internship Program Apart: Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase. #LI-AF1 #LI-Onsite #CharterManufacturing Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.

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