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Student opportunities at Centric (IT Support and Infrastructure)

Birkirkara, Malta

Role Overview

This student placement supports Centric's managed IT team in maintaining the systems, hardware, and networks that keep client operations running. It offers hands-on experience across everyday IT support and infrastructure work, including equipment setup and troubleshooting, networking, and cybersecurity fundamentals. Mentorship is provided throughout, with responsibilities expanding as skills develop.

The placement suits a student who enjoys working with technology, has an aptitude for practical problem-solving, and is looking for real exposure to how IT support and infrastructure are delivered in a business environment.

What We Offer

* Hands-on experience with real client systems and infrastructure
* Mentorship from experienced IT technicians
* Exposure to modern hardware and networking environments
* A flexible arrangement that works around studies
* A friendly and collaborative working environment
* A friendly and collaborative working environment
* Insight into the operations of an official Odoo partner and managed IT provider
* Company equipment provided.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who is:

* Passionate about technology and hands-on problem-solving
* Curious and eager to learn new systems and tools
*  Reliable, proactive, and comfortable asking questions.
* Highly organised and detail-orinated.
* Able to manage their time around studies
* A team player with a positive attiude.

Key Responsibilities

  • Computer setup and maintenance
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • Networking and connectivity
  • Productivity and collaboration software support
  • User account administration
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Backup and recovery processes
  • Network equipment configuration
  • Technical documentation
  • On-site client support

Preferred

  • Familiarity with common office and productivity software
  • Basic networking knowledge (IP addressing, Wi-Fi, routers and switches)
  • Exposure to hardware repair or setup
  • Interest in cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Experience with network equipment configuration
  • Understanding of backup and recovery concepts

Essential

  • Good understanding in IT, Computer Science, Networking or a related field
  • Basic understanding of computers and operating systems
  • Willingness to learn and apply feedback
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Fluency in English