Build/Tech Support CrossTrain Volunteer Internship

This is a proposal in progress.

Synopsis

An internship which would have a person spend time in various parts of build as well as Tech Support.

Justification

This program would have tremendous value for both the individual and for Free Geek

For Free Geek, it would provide a better communication link between build and Tech Support, promoting increased feedback and sharing of techniques and processes.

For the individual, it would provide a better rounded experience involving hardware, software and people skills, and provide much better resume material.

Prerequisite

Acceptance into the Build program or into the Tech support internship

Required skills

same as for tech support. maybe add some hardware aptitude items

Time requirements

10 hrs a week minimum, 2 support shifts and one build shift, (14 hours would be 2 shifts each)