Apply for the 2024 IT Internship at Momentum Investments. Contribute to our mission of making financial planning accessible and effective for all clients.
Closing Date: 2024/08/13
Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Momentum Investments, part of the Momentum Metropolitan Holdings group, is committed to empowering individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals. Our brands, including Metropolitan, Momentum, Multiply (our wellness and rewards programme), Guardrisk, and Eris Property Group, cater to a diverse clientele, providing solutions that help people grow their savings, protect their assets, and invest for the future. Whether through our network of advisers, independent brokers, or innovative platforms, we strive to make financial planning accessible and effective for everyone.
At Momentum Investments, we believe in nurturing talent and providing growth opportunities for the next generation of IT professionals. We understand that the future of financial services is deeply intertwined with technology, and we’re excited to offer an internship that bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world application. This is your chance to join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact our business and our clients.
Role Purpose
As an IT Intern at Momentum Investments, you’ll step into a role that offers hands-on experience in a variety of technical tasks and projects. This internship is more than just a learning opportunity; it’s a chance to contribute to meaningful projects that support our IT department and the broader organization.
You’ll be involved in day-to-day IT operations, providing support to our business users, optimizing systems, and helping us maintain a robust IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for someone with a proactive approach to problem-solving, a keen interest in technology, and a desire to learn in a fast-paced corporate environment.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree or Honours in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is essential. Your academic knowledge will provide a foundation that you’ll build upon with practical experience.
- Technical Knowledge: A basic understanding of computer hardware and software systems is crucial. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite and various operating systems will help you hit the ground running.
- Experience: While not mandatory, prior experience in an internship or work setting within the IT field will give you an edge. Additionally, any coding experience you bring to the table will be highly advantageous.
- Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, a detail-oriented mindset, and a willingness to learn are key to thriving in this role.
Key Responsibilities
During your internship, you’ll be involved in a variety of tasks that will challenge and grow your IT skills. Here’s what you can expect:
- End-User Support: You’ll be the go-to person for business users, assisting them with their desktop and operational needs. Your role will involve troubleshooting issues, providing technical support, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Automation Enablement: You’ll have the opportunity to work on automating processes, enabling monitoring systems, setting up alerts, and conducting synthetic testing. These tasks will allow you to explore the latest in IT automation technologies.
- System Optimization: If you’re interested in optimizing large-scale distributed systems, this is your chance to develop and apply those skills. You’ll work with our team to ensure our systems are running at peak performance.
- Maintenance and Monitoring: Assisting in the maintenance and monitoring of computer systems and networks will be a significant part of your role. This will include tasks like configuring hardware, installing software, and monitoring network performance.
- Documentation: You’ll document technical procedures and guidelines, contributing to our knowledge base and ensuring that best practices are followed across the organization.
Learning Outcomes
This internship is designed to be a comprehensive learning experience, with clear outcomes that will prepare you for a successful career in IT:
- Practical IT Support Experience: You’ll gain hands-on experience in IT support and network administration, which will be invaluable as you advance in your career.
- Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: You’ll develop your ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems in a professional setting, a skill that is highly sought after in the IT industry.
- Understanding IT Operations: You’ll learn about IT operations and best practices in a corporate environment, giving you insights into how large organizations manage their technology infrastructure.
- Communication and Customer Service: Through interactions with business stakeholders, you’ll enhance your communication and customer service skills, learning how to effectively convey technical information to non-technical users.
What We’re Looking For
- Proactive Problem-Solving: A forward-thinking approach to identifying and solving issues is essential.
- Self-Motivation and Organization: The ability to manage your time effectively and stay organized will help you succeed in a fast-paced environment.
- Team Player: While you’ll need to work independently at times, being able to collaborate with a team is equally important.
- Critical and Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct research will help you tackle the challenges you’ll face during your internship.
Join Us
This is more than just an internship; it’s a stepping stone to a rewarding career in IT. At Momentum Investments, we value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. If you’re ready to take the next step in your IT career, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of financial services.
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