For Week 4’s Potential Employer activity, I chose to research Intrust Bank, The United States Army, Best Buy and Koch Industries. Below is documentation with sources listed at the bottom on what I found.
Company Name: Intrust Bank
Location: While Intrust Bank has many locations, this specific bank is located at 105 N Main St. Wichita, KS 67202.
Website: https://www.intrustbank.com/
Phone Number: 800-895-2265
Contact: In attempting to reach out for information on the job, as well as sending an application to assess how my qualifications stacked up by comparison to the posting’s requirements, the kind folks over at humanresources@intrustbank.com assisted me by redirecting me to an assessment page that Intrust Bank uses to evaluate employee compatibility.
Employer Overview
In avoiding support for big banks, why not go work for a small bank? With several locations nearby, Intrust Bank looks like a prime candidate for potential employment. Banks have a need for Information Technology professionals, with Intrust Bank seeking out new interns every summer. As this position is a technology internship with an unlisted pay rate, it would seem targeted at entry level professionals seeking out their first position to get some real hands-on experience.
Why I’m Interested
As a college student looking to dip their toes in to the vast field of Information Technology, a bank has everything needed to feed a growing mind. In this internship position there are opportunities to shadow employees and read company documentation. Free company training in Intrust Bank systems is provided, with a potential for the internship to be paid should your qualifications be high enough. The position lasts through the summer, making it perfect for a full-time student such as myself, allowing work during a time with minimal college classes.
Important Questions
- As an Intern within Intrust Bank, what opportunities are available for my growth in Information Technology?
- Does Intrust Bank encourage their employees to continue education throughout employment, and if so, is funding provided for work-related college courses or certification training?
- Are there opportunities available to work from different Intrust Bank locations to shorten commute times?
- As the job listing is on-site, how does Intrust Bank feel about remote working?
Company Name: Koch Industries
Location: 4111 E 37th St N, Wichita, KS 67220
Website: https://www.intrustbank.com/
Phone Number: 316-828-5500
Contact: 316-828-5500 Koch Industries HR Department
Employer Overview
Koch Industries started out small in Kansas and has since expanded globally. While positions in technology related roles have been moving overseas within Koch, the company still takes on new Interns every summer. Technology internships through Koch may result in getting hired on full time, though even if this is not the case, the company pays generously and offers important on the job experience.
Why I’m Interested
Koch Industries would provide a great launching point for my career as the company holds a lot of clout throughout the Wichita area. With its large access to capital, Koch offers many opportunities to branch out and expand one’s knowledge base. Many interns within Koch already have some real-world experience, with Koch Internships being a bridge toward greater opportunities.
Important Questions
- Is Koch industries looking to take on new Cyber Security specialists?
- How difficult is it to transfer roles as a Koch intern?
- Are Koch interns assigned their roles or do they get to choose?
Company Name: United States Army
Location: Numerous duty stations available to Cyber Operations Specialists.
Phone Number: 316-683-0412
Contact: 316-683-0412
*After extensive time on the phone with the Recruiting Office I got through to some people who could answer my questions on Information Technology jobs within the United States Army.
Employer Overview
The United States Army has the potential to greatly bolster your career, with jobs available in many careers. There are multiple Information Technology type jobs available within the services, with the various military occupation specialties that interest me being 25B and 17C, Information Technology Specialist and Cyber Operations Specialist. Both job opportunities allow for extensive training and hands on experience during enlistment.
Why I’m Interested
The Army offers paid training so long as you can pass their Armed Services Vocational test with a high enough score to qualify for the job you’re looking for. Compared to places like Koch Industries, getting a job in the Army is very straight forward. Additionally, tuition reimbursement is available to former College students.
Important Questions
- What are the physical requirements of the Army?
- How long can I expect to be away from my family if I join the Army?
- What will happen if I no longer wish to be in the Army while employed by the Army?
Company Name: Best Buy
Location: 2111 N Rock Rd Ste 121, Wichita, KS 67206
Phone Number: 316-524-2079
Contact: S-001513-Leaders@bestbuy.com
Employer Overview
Best Buy seems a fairly entry level job with some technical expertise required. Working at Best Buy part time year-round is some of the steadiest work a college student could get, while internship positions are summer-only, Best Buy is open year-round. With locations across the country, positions are available outside of Wichita.
Why I’m Interested
Best Buy seems to be a great place to work, with plentiful job positions for Desktop Technicians within their in-house Geek Squad. The company employs technicians for a variety of different positions meaning should I get bored there may be a chance to pick a different path.
Important Questions
- For someone who has not yet finished their degree, what might the path toward Geek Squad employment look like?
- What kind of training does Best Buy offer for use of its electronics?
- Does Best Buy offer the ability to transfer positions if I am no longer happy with where I am at?
Sources
Information technology intern – summer 2022. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2022, from https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/information-technology-intern-%E2%80%93-summer-2022-at-caci-international-inc-2910294084
Information technology (IT) internship program 2022. Information Technology (IT) Internship Program 2022 in Wichita, Kansas, United States. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2022, from https://jobs.kochcollegerecruiting.com/jobs/8309437-information-technology-it-internship-program-2022?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
About. About | Koch Industries. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2022, from https://www.kochind.com/about
Find your career in the U.S. army. goarmy.com. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2022, from https://www.goarmy.com/
Best buy northwest Wichita in Wichita, Kansas. in Wichita, Kansas. (n.d.). Retrieved February 10, 2022, from https://stores.bestbuy.com/ks/wichita/2441-n-maize-rd-1513.html?ref=NS&loc=ns100