IT Intern (Support Desk) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network
Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time IT & Software
R12 500 – R20 250/month
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Job Description

A corporate head office in Umlazi needs a calm tech who can help frustrated users get back to work. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

Home base is a corporate head office on the Umlazi side of KwaZulu-Natal. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

The work, day to day

  • Install and configure printers, scanners and docking stations
  • Write short how-to guides for common user problems
  • Keep the asset register up to date when equipment moves
  • Connect users remotely with a remote support tool to fix issues
  • Escalate network and server faults to second or third line with good notes
  • Troubleshoot Outlook, Teams and OneDrive problems for users
  • Reset passwords and unlock accounts in Active Directory and Entra ID

Must-haves

  • Basic networking: IP addresses, DNS, DHCP and Wi-Fi
  • At least 1 year of help desk or desktop support (not needed for intern posts)
  • Patient and friendly with non-technical users
  • Working knowledge of Windows 10 and 11 and Microsoft 365

Helpful, not essential

  • ITIL Foundation
  • Experience with Intune or SCCM for device management

What you get

  • Company laptop and cellphone
  • Travel allowance for field technicians
  • Clear path to second-line and systems roles

How to apply for this job

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Umlazi really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: IT certificates, including A+ or N+ if you have them plus certified matric certificate and ID copy.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 6 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Umlazi.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

  • Be ready for a practical test on a real laptop or a phone troubleshooting role-play.
  • Describe the size of the environment you supported, such as "400 users across 6 branches".

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Job details
SalaryR12 500 – R20 250/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationUmlazi, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryIT & Software
Experience1+ years
Posted4 November 2026
Closing Date29 November 2026
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