AV Tech Intern

Description

Love What You Do and Why You Do It! 

Since 1987, Participate Learning has partnered with schools and districts to prepare students for career success through cultural exchange, dual language programs, and global learning. We help students build bilingual fluency, problem solving, and critical thinking skills to apply their learning in real-world settings and any career path.

What You’ll Do:

The AV Tech will assist the IT Team with the setup, installation, and maintenance of AV equipment and systems. They will work closely with the IT Manager to ensure that all events and meetings are equipped with the necessary AV equipment and that all equipment is functioning properly.

• Assist the IT Manager with equipment setup and installation for events and meetings
• Troubleshoot and repair AV equipment as needed
• Assist with the maintenance of AV equipment and systems
• Ensure that all AV equipment is properly labeled, stored, and documented
• Provide technical support for AV equipment and systems during events and meetings
• Stay up-to-date on new AV technology and equipment

Hours: 30-40 hours/week

Location: Chapel Hill office and Durham venues for teacher orientations, including three weeks in Washington DC.

Requirements

Experience You Bring:

• Knowledge of AV equipment and systems
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with video conferencing software and hardware is a plus
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Must be available for all the OT weeks and be able to travel to VA for OT. 

About You: 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Audio Visual Technology or a related field
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about learning and welcoming people from all over the world, learning about their culture and sharing your own culture and experiences.
• An active listener and an effective communicator.
• Flexible with your time and energy and willing to expand beyond the day-to-day expectations of your work. (And the company reciprocates with flexibility!)
• Believe global education is for everyone!
• Eager to work in an organized and efficient way to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong ability to prioritize, multitask, and follow directions in a face-paced environment. 

Our Commitment to Employees: At Participate Learning, we understand that our strength lies in our people. We are committed to creating a positive impact on our employees, viewing them as change agents who bring empathy and connection to the world. We measure our success not just in profits, but in the positive changes we bring to our team.

Join us at Participate Learning, where your work is not just a career—it's a catalyst for global change.