The It Applications Intern/Co-Op

The IT Applications Intern/Co-Op is an entry level IT role with a focus on IT Business Intelligence and IT Architect tracks, responsible for implementing dashboards, enhancements, producing application flows or Current State Powerpoints, and using Windows, and Microsoft application development technologies. This role affords team members the opportunity to rotate across several IT functions and begin to determine which areas to grow their career.

Responsibilities:

· Develop reporting dashboards for business units using excel or relational backend database

· Develop data flows from the entry system to the reporting front end

· Collaborate with internal IT and business personnel to meet business objectives

· Proactively identify problems and provides solutions to management before implementing corrections

· Ensure projects meet all business, technical, and development specifications

· Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

· Degree discipline in Computer Science or related field

· Completion of Sophomore year preferred.

· G.P.A 3.0 or higher

· Understanding of ChatGPT or other Generative AI technology

· Understanding of Visual C or Unity or Revit (or some programming language)

· Understanding of Tableau or Power BI (or some open source dashboarding software)

· Understanding of Microsoft Excel and/or Access

· Understanding of Databases (ex: Oracle, SQL Server)

· Excellent analytical, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran