O'Regan's Automotive GroupVerified Job Source

IT Support - Winter Co-op 2027

Halifax, NS
On-site
Posted Sep 15, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Internship / apprenticeship
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The IT Co-Op Student will support end users by troubleshooting technical incidents, managing hardware assets, and maintaining IT service tickets. They will also contribute to documentation and assist with workstation lifecycle refreshes and user access management.

Job details

O’Regan’s is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, committed to being Canada’s premier automotive needs provider. And it’s our incredible employees who keep us moving forward. We’re looking for a motivated IT Co-Op Student to join our Information Technology Department for the winter term of January - April 2027. If you’re passionate about technology, eager to learn, and ready to support a dynamic team environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career. What You’ll Do: As an IT Co-Op Student, you’ll play a key role in supporting our end users, project teams, and internal customers: * Assist with workstation lifecycle refreshes * Help manage and track IT hardware assets * Respond to tickets, emails, alerts, phone calls, and in-person requests * Log and maintain tickets using our IT Service Management tool * Troubleshoot and resolve technical incidents and service requests * Support desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and end-user setups * Assist with password resets and user access issues * Escalate complex issues to senior team members when needed * Contribute to documentation such as SOPs, how-to guides, and knowledge base articles * Stay up to date on changes in IT services and industry best practices * Promote and follow safe work practices Who you are: * A current IT or Computer Science student who’s eager to gain hands-on experience * Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented * A strong communicator with solid customer-service instincts * A natural problem solver who enjoys learning new technologies * Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team * Tech-savvy, curious, and excited to grow your skills What You Bring: Required: * Enrollment in an IT or Computer Science program at a recognized institution * Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS * Familiarity with: * Networking and communications * Desktop/laptop hardware support * Microsoft OS support (Server & Desktop) * Active Directory and/or Entra ID * A valid driver’s license Preferred: * Experience with IT ticketing systems * SharePoint and access management knowledge What’s in it for YOU? At O’Regan’s, you’re not just completing a work term — you’re building a future: * A workplace culture built on teamwork, respect, and growth * Hands-on industry experience with real responsibility * Mentorship from experienced IT professionals * Opportunities to expand your technical knowledge and skillset 👉 Apply today and start your journey with O’Regan’s!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in an IT or Computer Science program at a recognized institution. Proficiency in Microsoft Windows OS, networking, and hardware support is required, along with a valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Workplace culture built on teamwork, respect, and growth • Hands-on industry experience • Mentorship from experienced IT professionals • Opportunities to expand technical knowledge and skillset