Information Technology Internship - Summer 2026

About Us:
If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.
We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.

Position Overview
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Technology (IT) Intern this summer. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting our IT Help Desk and end user services, including technical support, account setup, and day-to-day IT operations. If you are interested in information technology, customer support, and learning how technology supports a large, mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you.
The Chamber Internship Program is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn at the world’s largest business organization. In addition to directly supporting a team within the organization, interns have access to programming designed to help build professional skills and expand their networks.
The Chamber also offers robust programming each semester to support professional development and networking for interns. These opportunities include company-wide meetings and social events, intern-exclusive discussions with senior executives such as the CEO, the Chief Policy Officer, and the President of the Foundation, as well as a resume review and interview preparation workshop.
This is a 10-week internship expected to run from Monday, June 8 through Friday, August 14. Interns can expect to work around 35-40 hours per week.
Interns work a hybrid schedule and are expected to be in the office at least three days per week at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C. Fully remote applicants will not be considered. Interns are responsible for securing their own housing if needed.
This is a paid internship, and students may also receive academic credit if they meet the criteria set by their school. The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour. This internship is open to current college or graduate students, as well as individuals who have graduated within the past six months.

Responsibilities
IT Help Desk & End User Support
• Provide first-level technical support to employees for hardware, software, and basic network issues
• Respond to and track support requests through the IT ticketing system
• Troubleshoot common issues related to laptops, mobile devices, printers, and internal applications
• Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate IT team members
Account & System Administration
• Assist with setting up and maintaining user accounts, profiles, and access permissions
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes by preparing equipment and provisioning system access
• Help maintain accurate documentation related to systems, users, and procedures
IT Operations & Projects
• Assist IT team members with day-to-day operational tasks
• Support basic inventory tracking for IT equipment
• Participate in special IT projects as needed, including process improvements and documentation updates

Qualifications
• Currently enrolled in a college or graduate program, or a recent graduate in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Previous internship, coursework, or part-time experience in IT support, help desk, or customer service strongly preferred
• Strong interest in IT support, troubleshooting, and end user experience
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows environments; familiarity with ticketing systems, Active Directory, or basic networking concepts is a plus

This internship requires U.S. work authorization and is open to candidates with Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and/or Optional Practical Training (OPT).
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