IT Intern - Fall 2025

About GP Fund Solutions:

GPFS is the fund administrator of choice for a wide range of clients in the US, UK, and Europe. Every day, with every decision and every client interaction, our values serve as guideposts, to improve the quality of our work, and strengthen our employee and client relationships.

As a business that is all about people; culture isn’t an initiative, it’s an innate value that’s critical to every decision we make. At GPFS, people come first.

At GPFS, diversity is a source of strength, both from our people and ideas. GPFS is a collaborative team-oriented organization where we support each other both personally and professionally. Our culture is defined by our behavior, our curiosity and our support of innovative ideas and perspectives.

Our inclusive culture supports and encourages our team members to try new things, share ideas openly and always ask the question why. It brings us together and makes the team stronger by inspiring all to connect, belong and thrive.

Position Summary:

As an Intern supporting IT Security, Data Governance, and Technology Support at GPFS, you will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, and basic IT operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to support both strategic and day-to-day technology initiatives, helping to enhance security practices while contributing to end-user support activities.

• This is a paid internship opportunity.
• Work hours are dependent on the student's schedule.
• GPFS requires part-time availability (16-20 hours per week).
• This internships runs for 12 - 14 weeks. Exact dates discussed at offer.

What You’ll Gain:

• First-hand experience in cybersecurity, IT governance, and tech support.
• Exposure to industry tools and compliance frameworks.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals and participation in active projects.
• Broader understanding of how IT enables secure, efficient operations within a growing organization.

Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

IT Security & Data Governance Support

• Assist in data classification projects, helping to categorize and tag sensitive data.
• Support efforts to define and implement role-based access controls (RBAC).
• Contribute to drafting and organizing data protection policies and standards.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for security audits and compliance assessments.
• Support vendor evaluation documentation related to cybersecurity compliance.
• Research and summarize emerging tools and technologies that support data security.
• Participate in internal meetings focused on security and governance strategy.

Basic Technology Support

• Provide first-level assistance for common hardware/software issues.
• Help maintain an updated inventory of IT equipment and user access records.
• Assist with onboarding activities, including new user setup (account creation, system access, etc.).
• Support documentation and ticket tracking for IT support requests using tools like FreshService.
• Offer general assistance to end users and escalate issues to the appropriate team members when needed.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies to support the company’s strategy and growth.

As part of this role, you will be included in meetings that are specifically related to your responsibilities and the projects you are actively working on. This will ensure that your involvement is focused on the areas where your expertise and contributions are most relevant.

Required Education and Experience:

• Must be a full-time matriculating student in an Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Computer Science, or related program.
  • GPFS requires that applicants have taken at least the first two courses in their degree program to be considered for the internship.
  • GPA requirements apply.
• Proficiency with software related products such as Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and OneNote).
• Interest in both strategic security practices and operational IT support.
• Experience with documentation platforms and/or helpdesk systems.

Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic team environment.
• High integrity, credibility, and a strong commitment to the company’s mission and values.
• Adaptability and multitasking ability, thriving in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with various stakeholders.  

GPFS Vision:
Our purpose is to create enduring relationships with our employees and clients by constantly delivering exceptional opportunities and service.

GPFS Value Statement:
Investing in people and culture.

GPFS Core Values:

Camaraderie - Being supportive of one another and celebrating each other’s successes.
Excellence - Consistently delivering exceptional work and going above and beyond.
Empowerment - Fostering a deep sense of agency and ownership over one’s choices and actions.
Innovation - The drive to think differently and solve problems creatively.
Inclusion - Recognizing individual’s unique strengths and perspectives with mutual trust and respect.

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