UNPAID CLERICAL INTERN

The role of a clerical intern in a tech company is to provide valuable support to the team and contribute to the smooth operation of the office or department. This role also offers opportunities for learning and growth within the company.

1. Administrative Support: Providing general day-to-day administrative support or tasks such as answering phones, managing calendars, organizing files, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.
2. Data Entry and Management: Inputting and updating information in databases, spreadsheets, and other software systems accurately and efficiently and ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
3. Document Preparation: Creating, formatting, and proofreading documents, presentations, and reports using word processing and presentation using software like Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
4. Filing and Organization: Organizing and maintaining physical and electronic filing systems to ensure easy access to documents and information.
5. Inventory Management: Assisting in managing office supplies, equipment, and inventory, including ordering supplies when necessary.
6. Communication Support: Assisting with drafting and distributing internal and external communications, such as memos, announcements, and newsletters, answering inquiries, directing calls, and assisting customers with basic troubleshooting.
7. Meeting Support and Assisting with Events: Supporting the planning and execution of company events, coordinating meetings, and conferences scheduling, preparing materials, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
8. Research Assistance: Conducting research on various topics as assigned, gathering data, and compiling information into reports or presentations.
9. Team Collaboration: Collaborating with colleagues and team members on various projects and tasks, providing support as needed, and contributing ideas to achieve team goals.
10. Learning and Development: Actively seeking opportunities to learn about the company, and relevant software/tools, and participating in training sessions as available.
11. Ad Hoc Tasks: Assisting with any other ad hoc tasks or projects as assigned by supervisors or team members to support the smooth operation of the office or department.
12. 12. Office Management: Helping to maintain office supplies, equipment, and cleanliness, as well as coordinating maintenance and repairs when necessary.
13. Customer Service: Providing basic customer service support, such as answering inquiries, directing visitors, and assisting with resolving issues or concerns.

1. Tech Savvy: Proficiency in basic software applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with email and internet usage.
2.  Communication Skills: Corresponding with clients, customers, and employees via email, phone calls, and in-person interactions. This may involve answering inquiries, scheduling appointments, and relaying messages.
3. Organizational Skills: Maintaining organized files, both physical and digital, and ensuring that documents are easily accessible when needed.
4. Attention to Detail: Accuracy is crucial in tasks like data entry, proofreading documents, and filling out forms.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
6. Team player: Collaborating with colleagues and supervisors to complete projects and tasks efficiently.
7. Confidentiality: Handling sensitive information with discretion and maintaining confidentiality when required.
8. Adaptability: Being able to adapt to new tasks and environments as needed, and being open to learning new skills.
9. Professionalism: Professionally conducting oneself at all times, including dress code adherence and respectful communication.