Mellon Foundation
Information Technology Intern
Please note that this is a full-time, seasonal position. Our internship program runs for 10 weeks from late May through early August. All communication with candidates will be sent via our ADP system, please be sure to check your spam folder.
The Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) is a not-for-profit, grant making organization that believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and we believe that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. The Foundation makes grants in four core program areas - Higher Learning, Arts and Culture, Public Knowledge, and Humanities in Place - and through its signature Presidential Initiatives.
Position Summary:
Our Information Technology team is seeking a motivated and tech-savvy individual to join a 10-week full-time summer program. The intern will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of information technology, contributing to the overall success of our organization. This internship will provide exposure to a wide range of IT functions, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world scenarios.
The internship has a start date in late May or early June 2026 and is available as a 10-week, full-time position.
Position Description:
Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:
Technical Support:
- Assist end-users by troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
- Respond to and resolve help desk tickets in a timely manner.
- Install, configure, and maintain computer systems and applications.
IT Project Support:
- Assist in the planning, execution, and completion of IT projects.
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure project goals are achieved.
- Provide status updates and reports on project progress.
System Administration:
- Contribute to the administration of servers, ensuring their reliability and efficiency.
- Assist in routine system backups and recovery procedures.
- Work with senior IT staff to implement system upgrades and patches.
Cybersecurity:
- Support the organization’s cybersecurity efforts by assisting with monitoring, analysis, and documentation of security controls and practices.
- Assist with vulnerability assessments, security awareness initiatives, and incident response preparation.
- Learn about information security principles, risk management, and compliance requirements in a nonprofit environment.
Network Administration:
- Assist in the management and maintenance of the organization's network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the IT team to ensure network security and optimal performance.
- Participate in the implementation of network upgrades and enhancements.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Information Technology, Computer Science, or a similar field.
- Basic understanding of IT concepts, systems, and technologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.
The Mellon Foundation is committed to building an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Employment opportunities are based on individual qualifications, merit, and organizational need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds.
Mellon is committed to access and inclusion for our applicants. If you have accessibility requests to support your participation in the hiring process, please let us know at your earliest convenience.
Mellon is committed to providing compensation that is competitive and equitable within the philanthropic sector. The hourly pay for this role is $27-$29. The amount of pay offered is determined by several factors, including but not limited to qualifications, unique skills, credentials, or experience that is expected to impact the candidate’s contribution to the role. We also consider market data as well as the Foundation’s internal pay equity framework.
Please note that Mellon maintains a hybrid work schedule, with three days per week in person at the Foundation’s Manhattan offices.
Candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter describing fit for the position and a resume by March 1st. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Foundation will consider each complete application carefully but only contact those individuals it believes are most qualified for the position.