IT Intern

Description

Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain and addiction addressing unmet patient needs. We have >150 US and International patents and market several branded ADHD products in the U.S. We also license our products in the US and ex-US markets. We have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.

Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris' passion and innovation. Our colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company's success. Equally importance to each team member is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.

Our IT Department, located in our Monmouth Junction, NJ headquarters, has an immediate need for a Part-Time, temporary, IT Intern.

Flexible Hours: 10-30 hours per week

Duration: 1-3 months

Summary

The IT Internship is a short-term learning opportunity for early college students interested in technology and STEM. Interns will support day-to-day IT tasks, shadow experienced technicians, and observe how IT enables business and scientific operations in a small pharmaceutical setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary duties/responsibilities

• Shadow the IT Service Desk team to learn about user support and technical issue resolution.
• Assist with hardware setup (monitors, docking stations, basic peripherals).
• Support IT staff with organizing inventory, labeling equipment, and cable management.
• Observe user onboarding (creating accounts, assigning devices).
• Learn how the ticketing system works and track issue resolution progress.
• Participate in lab/engineering walkthroughs to see IT's role in other departments.

Requirements

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Must be entering senior year of High School or early college student
• Understand the basics of IT support in a business setting.
• Interest in technology, computers, or STEM.
• Reliable, organized, and able to follow basic instructions.
• Willingness to ask questions and take initiative to learn.
• Basic familiarity with Windows or common office tech (e.g., printers, headsets).

Preferred:

• Some experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365.
• Exposure to basic IT troubleshooting (school tech club, home experience, etc.).
• Comfortable with typing, using a mouse/keyboard, and web research.

Soft Skills:

• A genuine passion and interest in IT support and its real-world applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate ideas and findings.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and eager to learn new technologies in a dynamic environment.

Travel requirements

0%

Physical requirements

Office based position

Pay rate: $20.00 per hour

Additional benefits: NA

To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.