Just Salad Fall/Winter 2026 IT Field Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Just Salad is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and motivated candidate with a strong ability to problem-solve and a willingness to continuously learn. The IT Intern will report to the Director of Field Tech + IT Operations and serve as a key resource for all IT-related queries across 120+ locations (NYC, FL, CHI, NJ, PA, MA) and Corporate (50+ members). This is a hands-on role offering exposure to real-world IT infrastructure, cybersecurity practices, emerging AI-powered tooling, and day-to-day operations support.

This position is on site in NYC office and will require some travel to our NYC restaurants
Reports to: Director of IT Field Ops

Duties & Responsibilities
IT Support & Infrastructure

● Provide technical assistance to staff on hardware and software-related issues across all locations and corporate offices

● Install, configure, and troubleshoot computer systems, hardware, and peripheral devices on Windows and Mac environments

● Monitor system performance and proactively address issues to sustain 99%+ uptime across all machines

● Follow established procedures and processes for routine computer maintenance and system hygiene

● Perform system backups and maintain accurate, up-to-date records of configurations and changes

● Organize and manage new equipment intake and maintain existing hardware inventory

● Assist with new store opening installations across multiple markets, including device provisioning and network setup

● Travel 60-70% of the time within NYC and surrounding markets to support field locations

Help Desk & End User Support

● Assist with managing and resolving IT Help Desk tickets through Freshservice in a timely, SLA-compliant manner

● Triage, categorize, and prioritize incoming requests; escalate complex issues to senior IT staff as appropriate

● Maintain clear and professional communication with end users throughout the ticket lifecycle

● Provide training and guidance to team members on the use of computer systems, software, and AV equipment justsalad.com\

● Document technical procedures, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions for the IT knowledge base

Cybersecurity/AI & Services

● Assist with monitoring systems for security vulnerabilities, suspicious activity, and policy violations

● Help maintain endpoint protection, access control, and user security awareness initiatives

● Adhere to data protection standards and internal IT security protocols at all times

● Assist in the evaluation, testing, and rollout of AI-powered tools and service integrations across business operations

● Support the IT team in integrating AI-driven solutions into existing workflows, such as helpdesk automation, predictive maintenance, and operations tooling

● Help monitor AI integration performance and flag anomalies, inefficiencies, or user adoption issues

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities where automation or AI can improve day-to-day operations

Requirements & Qualifications

● Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field

● Foundational knowledge of computer systems, software, and AV equipment

● Understanding of network and system security principles

● Familiarity with hardware and software installation and configuration

● Exposure to AI tools, automation platforms, or IT service integrations is a strong plus

● Experience with Freshservice or a comparable ITSM/help desk platform is advantageous

● Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a resourceful, solutions-first mindset

● Strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer service orientation

● Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

● Quick learner who adapts well to evolving technologies and workflows

● Willingness to travel 40%-50% of the time, primarily within NYC

Time Commitment & Compensation

• 40 hours per week (FT) 
• Free Just Salad lunch while working
• Fall/Winter 2026 Semester
• $17-17.500/hr per hour
• Sept 8, 2026 to Dec. 1, 2026 (12 weeks)

About Us

Just Salad is a fast-casual restaurant chain with a mission to make everyday health and sustainability possible. The brand serves craveable, accessible, plant-centric meals made with homemade dressings, prepped-daily produce, from-scratch recipes and fresh, flavorful ingredients. Guests can choose from over 15 chef-designed salads, wraps, warm bowls, market plates, soups and smoothies, including classic offerings and rotating seasonal favorites. Empowering customers to “Eat with Purpose,” Just Salad is a Certified B Corporation™ and home to the world’s largest restaurant reusable program, as well as the first U.S. restaurant chain to carbon label its menu and offer a Climatarian menu category. The company was founded in 2006 and has over 100 locations across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts and Washington D.C.