*Management Information Systems Intern/Co-op – Patton Electronics *

Patton Electronics Company is a fast-growing manufacturer of voice and
data communications equipment, conveniently located in the suburban
Washington, DC area. The Company’s products include a full line of Wide
and Local Area Network devices, Voice-over-IP(VoIP) and video gateways,
internet access products, short-range modems, interface converters,
multiplexers and data line surge protectors. Patton designs and
manufactures the majority of its products in house at its 32,000 square
foot facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Patton products are being sold
through various channels in over 100 countries around the globe. For
more information visit www.patton.com <http://www.patton.com>.

*Job Description:*

The MIS Co-op should be proficient in MS Windows 2000, XP, and Vista and
should have knowledge of Microsoft Server Administration.  The co-op
will work with a variety of software and hardware including, but not
limited to: servers, desktop PCs, networking devices (wireless and
wired), and telephones.  The job may require to be on the floor and
under desks.  Common PC troubleshooting skills is a must.  The candidate
should have good verbal and written communication skills.

The co-op will obtain valuable information and experience in an
enterprise IT environment.  The candidate will gain a clear
understanding of the intricate details that revolve around an IT
department  including: network troubleshooting, PBX administration,
helpdesk support, and database management and administration.

*Responsibilities:*

Windows administration and user support

Windows Server maintenance and monitoring

PC Hardware installation and troubleshooting

PC Software support

Knowledge of Linux is preferred, but not required

Mobile device support(Windows Mobile, Blackberry, etc)

*Job qualifications:*

The course of study should be Information Systems or Computer Science.

Basic knowledge and understanding of PCs using Linux, Windows and Macs

Basic knowledge of common business applications (ie:  Adobe acrobat, MS
Office)

*How to apply:*

Apply by sending a resume and cover letter to sue@patton.com
<mailto:sue@patton.com> and go online and fill out an application at our
website www.patton.com <http://www.patton.com>. (online application)**