Internship Brochure (575 KB PDF)
Internship Application (Word document)
IT Internship Program
Intern in the Office of the Vice Provost for Information Technology (IT) and build out your resume with experience in this dynamic computing organization, known to provide opportunities for people to innovate, create, develop, and be challenged.
2005-2006 academic year Communications interns
We were recently recognized as a Campus Technology Innovator for the completion of a major infrastructure upgrade that included the entire campus network, a new data center, enterprise storage, Cisco clean access, and virtual servers. IT staff are regularly asked to present at national conferences and are published in higher education computing venues. The IT Internship program is offered through the Office of the Vice Provost for Information Technology at Rice University. In 2008, the program will offer 3 to 4 internships.
Alexandria tests imaging software for a campus-wide implementation
Graphics/Communications
Interns in this track will work with IT staff in Marketing/Communications. Projects include development of marketing materials for a variety of audiences, creation of web pages, and marketing support for campus IT projects. The intern should be familiar with HTML, CSS, Adobe Photoshop, and Dreamweaver, and will need to submit a original writing sample and web page with their application.
Pete researches student audiences
Security/Network Analyst
The Security/Networking Analyst will work with the Information Security Officer to implement network security policies & procedures on network devices, remote access devices, firewalls, servers, & desktops. Will provide technical support for security analysis, intrusion detection, incident response, and network security management.
Hassan gets ready to test new file-sharing restrictions in the summer of 2007
Leadership/Project Management
Interns will work with IT Management in the implementation of campus IT projects. Tasks will include developing requirements and proposals, project management, and team supervision. Interns will work in multiple areas of IT.
Jordan multi-tasking project management responsibilities
Housing
Limited on-campus housing is available for summer interns. Other housing opportunities are listed at http://offcampus.rice.edu.
Houston
The Rice University campus is located in central Houston near restaurants, shopping, arts museums, sports entertainment, and other cultural activities. For more about Houston, visit the Passport to Houston page.
Intern Responsibilities
Interns will be assigned to a department sponsor within IT. The sponsor will provide project assignments, oversight, and regular feedback. Interns also will participate in group meetings and discussions with other IT interns.
Interns will keep a journal of their IT projects and activities. They will give a presentation at the completion of their internship and will be provided with a written evaluation of their performance and skills.
Applicant Requirements
Applicants should have an interest in applying technology in higher education. Preference will be given to students who are enrolled in disciplines related to information security, networking, graphic communications, and leadership/project management. Interns should be eligible to work in the U.S. without a visa sponsorship.
Marise settles in for a summer internship
Summer Internships (12 weeks)
Applicants for the summer internships must be registered at an institution of higher learning.
Twelve Month Internships
Preference will be given to senior students who are enrolled in or have recently graduated with a degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
Application
Deadline: March 1, 2008
To be considered for an internship, you will need to complete the online application (248KB Word document).
Send a copy of your confirmation page with a transcript, resume, and letter of recommendation from a professor, past employer, or other person who can discuss your qualifications to VPIT Internships, Rice University, MS-119, PO Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892, USA.
