IT Internship - Remote (Summer 2027)

Summary

Builders FirstSource is a supplier of building materials, value-added components, and building services to the professional market. The IT Intern will support the Project Elevate business transformation initiative through functional testing, business process validation, data analysis, documentation, and coordination with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various Project Elevate initiatives in support of the Information Technology department and business stakeholders
• Coordinate and execute functional testing activities across key business areas, including Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial Operations
• Gather, organize, analyze, and validate data to support testing efforts, process improvements, and project reporting
• Document test scenarios, test results, defects, and business requirements to ensure project quality and successful implementation
• Participate in team meetings, project status reviews, and brainstorming sessions to identify solutions and support project objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, business users, project managers, and IT resources to achieve project milestones
• Assist with business process analysis, user acceptance testing (UAT), and system validation activities
• Support the preparation of project documentation, training materials, and testing reports as needed
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve testing processes, operational efficiency, and overall project outcomes

Skills

• Must be actively pursuing a **Bachelor's degree** in **Business, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field**
• Demonstrated interest in business systems, technology implementations, process improvement, or enterprise transformation projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people and cross-functional business teams
• Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at various organizational levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly **Excel**, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Basic understanding of data analysis, business process documentation, and testing methodologies
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assignments independently
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced project environment
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and recommend practical solutions
• Preferred **Senior-level** student; however, other academic levels will be considered
• Preferred cumulative GPA of **3.0 or higher**

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Must be actively pursuing a **Bachelor's degree** in **Business, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field**
• Demonstrated interest in business systems, technology implementations, process improvement, or enterprise transformation projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Strong oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people and cross-functional business teams
• Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at various organizational levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly **Excel**, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Basic understanding of data analysis, business process documentation, and testing methodologies
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assignments independently
• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced project environment
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and recommend practical solutions

Nice to Haves

• Preferred **Senior-level** student; however, other academic levels will be considered
• Preferred cumulative GPA of **3.0 or higher**

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement
• All the tools, training, and resources you need
• Competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love