Accelerate - IT Solutions and Operations Intern - Summer 2027

Accelerate Internship Program at Avis Budget Group: a 10-week, full-time, in-office internship in Parsippany, NJ, offering the opportunity to explore different areas of the business, grow personally and professionally, and jump-start a career. The role supports technology projects for rental stations, field operations, and corporate end users. Hourly rate: $35 an hour.

Responsibilities

Support the planning, testing, and implementation of technology projects that support rental stations, field operations, and corporate end users; Contribute to technology initiatives, including automated gate exit systems, digital signage, identity management, and email and collaboration platforms; Assist with project coordination by tracking milestones, documenting requirements, preparing status updates, and following up on action items; Participate in hardware and software deployments at rental stations and corporate locations, including configuration, testing, and validation; Help troubleshoot technical issues, document findings, and coordinate with appropriate teams; Develop and maintain project documentation, standard operating procedures, and end-user training materials; Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including field operations, IT infrastructure, security, and external vendor partners; Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance how technology is delivered to stations and end users

Requirements

Active enrollment at a college or university, graduating May or June 2027 (Rising Seniors); Pursuing a degree in Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; A strong interest in technology implementation, IT project coordination, and solving real-world business challenges; The ability to adapt quickly, learn unfamiliar technologies, and manage multiple projects and priorities; Foundational knowledge of computing concepts, operating systems, networking, and common productivity and collaboration tools; Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders; A detail-oriented mindset and strong organizational and time management skills; The ability to work in a fast-paced corporate environment, both independently and as part of a team; The ability to reliably commute to the Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters; The ability to work full-time, in person, for 40 hours a week; Coursework or hands-on experience in information technology, computer science, information systems, networking, or related fields; Familiarity with hardware and software troubleshooting, system configuration, and technical documentation; Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; Ability to multitask, take initiative, and learn new technologies quickly; A collaborative mindset and a desire to contribute positively to the organization

Nice to have

Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project; Basic scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, or similar languages; Experience with IoT, connected devices, digital signage, endpoint management, or technology deployments; Interest or exposure to identity and access management tools, such as Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID; Interest or exposure to email and collaboration platforms, such as Microsoft 365

Benefits

Learning the ins and outs of your department; Participating in professional development workshops; Hearing from leaders to learn more about the business; Networking with the senior leadership team; Visiting field operations to understand how the team influences daily operations