IT Specialist Internship

Who We Are  

At C.A. Carlin, we take brands to new heights. We are one of the leading privately held sales agencies in the industry. Thanks to nimble growth and associations with our operating partners, C.A. Fortune and C.A. Ferolie, we have built brand value that is unlike any other in the CPG industry.  

What We Do  

Since our start in 1962, we have built industry relationships on the foundation of trust and action. We turn information into insight. We convert insight into programs. We drive programs that consistently deliver results to our clients, on their timeline.   

We have more than 300 associates and multiple offices throughout the country. We represent top brands in many categories such as confection, snack, grocery, beverage, frozen, dairy etc.  

Overview of the Role 

• We’re hiring an IT Specialist Intern to join our small, fast-moving IT team in Schaumburg. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be imaging and deploying devices, helping with patching and asset maintenance, assisting in SharePoint and data administration and building small automation projects that actually save the team and organization time. You’ll get real ownership, clear deliverables, and direct mentorship so you learn practical skills while making a visible impact. 
• Hybrid; Schaumburg IL in office 3-4 days a week 
• Internship length: Late May/ Early June to Early/Mid August
• Pay: $17/hour 
• At C.A. we’re not looking for perfection, just people that want to commit to a us and grow their careers long-term. We are on a mission to build better brands for consumers and their families. If you’re looking for a sign to apply, here it is! 

What You’ll Do at C.A. Carlin 

• Image, provision, tag, and deploy laptops; validate drivers and firmware. 
• Execute patching and post-deployment validation. 
• Reconcile and maintain the asset inventory. 
• Support tier-1 provisioning and basic troubleshooting during refreshes. 
• Build and maintain scripts/workflows to speed imaging, onboarding/offboarding, and patch processes (PowerShell, Python, etc.). 
• Prototype small automation wins (reduce manual build steps, automate reporting, etc.). 
• Document processes and create clear runbooks for repeatable tasks. 
• Complete various tasks assigned by your direct report/Intern Manager. 
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned. 

What You Should Bring to the Table 

• Working toward or recently completed a degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field. 
• Basic computer and email ability required; willing to accept training 
• Comfortable following instructions and documenting your work. 
• Reliable, eager to learn, and able to work well with a small team. 

You Will Stand Out If You Have

• Basic scripting experience. 
• Familiarity with Windows imaging and endpoint management (Intune, SCCM, or similar). 
• Basic hardware troubleshooting and networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP). 
• Experience with version control or exposure to automation/orchestration tools. 
• SharePoint file management and metadata 

Perks 

• Competitive pay 
• Career development opportunities 
• Summer hours (half day Fridays from Memorial Day thru Labor Day) 
• Work from home flexibility 

Come As You Are 

C.A. is committed to making our company more inclusive. Diversity fuels our innovation and better connects us to our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. Based on research, we know that women and other marginalized groups tend to apply to roles only when their experience perfectly matches the job description. That said, we encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of qualifications, especially if this role aligns with your career trajectory.