Cognizant Apprenticeship Program – IT Support Technician
Apprenticeship: Program Overview
Cognizant Apprenticeship Program is officially registered and recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL). Every graduate of our Registered Apprenticeship program receives a nationally recognized credential from the DOL.
The IT Support Technician apprenticeship program is a one-year paid learning experience; in which new hires are required to successfully complete specific learning hours and on-the-job training to ensure success in their new role and pass technical assessments along the way.
Upon graduating and receiving a certificate from the apprenticeship program, Associates will be eligible for continued employment with Cognizant based on education, work experience, technical assessment, performance evaluation, and client engagement.
Position Overview
By joining Cognizant as an IT Support Technician Apprentice, new hires will work within the Cloud, Infrastructure & Security (CIS) practice to provide professional and technical support for clients across all industries and their systems and networks in the following areas: general system administration, network administration, cloud administration, and end user systems and application support. This is a client-facing role including regular interactions with various client managers.
New hires will get trained in specific technical skills to enhance core competency skills and grow their career. Throughout the first year at Cognizant, we will closely monitor progression and offer coaching, training, and support to help achieve long-term career goals at Cognizant.
Responsibilities
Open to relocating within the U.S. for future assignments as required by business needs
Willing to work based on client needs
Willing to work onsite all five days, Monday through Friday
Work in a 24/7 rotation shift, meaning shift start and end times will vary and will often commence and/or end outside of normal business hours
Provide first level support and resolution for Cognizant products, internal associates, and clients – including working on assigned tickets with a focus on account provisioning and troubleshooting
Troubleshoot hardware & software related issues on Laptop, desktop, Display monitors, Docking station and all Peripherals.
Work on New Employee IT Onboarding process by preparing their laptops, Desktops & Peripherals to be ready on Day 1 of their employment.
Work on IT Asset retrieval from Users during their offboarding process.
Answer and respond to inbound calls or electronic requests from end-users regarding incidents and log and track all incidents and requests
Create detailed notes of the problem the user is experiencing, find steps they can take to fix the issue, manage the flow of incoming support requests, and update into the service desk tracking software
Update general knowledge of current corporate, division, and facility-specific products; in addition to improving the ability to resolve requests on first contact
Ability to create tickets, categorize and prioritize open items in action log and ensuring timely delivery across the organization
Escalate production issues quickly and drive resolution while communicating status and resolution path to client
Follow up with reported complex incidents to ensure they are resolved, requests are filled, and the customer communication is complete
Undergo training based on project requirements
Qualifications
Associate degree required in an IT related field; such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems
CompTIA and/or AWS certification(s) preferred
1-2 years of experience working in end-user support and IT performance analysis role preferred
Experience working in 24/7 operations (i.e. call Centers in a voice support process)
Comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of computer hardware and software
Knowledgeable in Windows operating systems
Proficient with task management, customer relationship management software; with good understanding of Microsoft Office suite
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team
Strong multitasking skills handling voice calls and document records simultaneously
Excellent time-management, organizational skills, and customer management
Self-motivated individuals with strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the passion and appetite to learn newer technologies
Location(s)
New hires will be deployed to specific client sites and those locations will be discussed through the application process. While Cognizant will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your location preference, please note that final assignments will be based on business needs and regional relocation may be required.
Start Date(s)
New hires will start in three cohorts: April and July 2025. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start dates will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.
Why Choose Us?
Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer varied perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.
If you’re comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary and Other Compensation
The base salary for this position is $20/hour (annum $41,600.00) and is eligible for a progressive pay increase after 11 months to $25/hour (annum of $52,000.00) based on performance and skills obtained.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Work Authorization
Due to the nature of this position Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.