What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Helpdesk - Client Services (Summer 2026) position at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP?
Summary
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an Client Services Intern to join our 2026 Summer Internship program to support the Information Technology department. Willkie is an elite international law firm with approximately 1,300 lawyers across 16 offices in six countries.
The Client Services Intern will provide technical phone support for the business and for end user devices-both hardware/software including PCs, laptops, IP Telephones, and mobile devices. The ideal candidate will be in the process of pursuing an undergraduate degree in information technology, computer science, or similar field with previous professional and customer support experience. Candidates should be intellectually curious and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates will have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
This a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on IT experience in a law firm environment. Candidates should be willing to work 35 hours weekly starting June 2026 through August 2026 for 10 weeks, with the possibility to extending into the academic year. Dates to be announced once finalized. In-office presence in the New York office may be required based on the department’s business needs.
At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.
Pay Range Statement
The salary range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location. This position is a part-time hourly role and benefits eligibility will be more limited. Candidates should direct questions about benefits to the hiring manager for clarification as needed.
EEO Statement
Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.
California Applicants
Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP is looking for an Client Services Intern to join our 2026 Summer Internship program to support the Information Technology department. Willkie is an elite international law firm with approximately 1,300 lawyers across 16 offices in six countries.
The Client Services Intern will provide technical phone support for the business and for end user devices-both hardware/software including PCs, laptops, IP Telephones, and mobile devices. The ideal candidate will be in the process of pursuing an undergraduate degree in information technology, computer science, or similar field with previous professional and customer support experience. Candidates should be intellectually curious and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, and maintain confidential information at all times. Additionally, candidates will have strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
This a great opportunity to gain valuable hands-on IT experience in a law firm environment. Candidates should be willing to work 35 hours weekly starting June 2026 through August 2026 for 10 weeks, with the possibility to extending into the academic year. Dates to be announced once finalized. In-office presence in the New York office may be required based on the department’s business needs.
At Willkie, we believe great people are the key to our success. If you are looking to work in a friendly, collaborative environment that affords unique opportunities to expand your professional development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
- Provide support to end user by assisting with equipment access, answering technical questions, and resolving IT related issues.
- Ensures all requests from users are logged and escalation procedures are followed. Maintains problem status/resolution information in ticketing database.
- Ensure SLAs are met by reviewing the Help Desk inbox and tickets. Escalate issues and collaborate with the appropriate IT teams to find resolutions.
- Ability to work from June through August.
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar field.
- Experience working in a support room, help desk, or technical support environment, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues for end users.
- Experience in computer resource room or computer lab setting, including assisting users with equipment and ensuring availability of shared technology resources.
- Must have excellent customer service skills, communication skills and be a team player.
- Ability to build interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to sit at a desk most of the working day and walk short distances
- Needs manual dexterity, speed and accuracy in handling office equipment
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption
- Ability to work in close proximity to other individuals
- Ability to moderate objects, e.g., files, small objects and supplies a short distance.
- Must be able to lift, carry and move objects up to 25 lbs.
- Non-Exempt (Hourly)
- Remote
USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.
Pay Range Statement
The salary range for this role represents the Firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications and location. This position is a part-time hourly role and benefits eligibility will be more limited. Candidates should direct questions about benefits to the hiring manager for clarification as needed.
EEO Statement
Willkie Farr & Gallagher is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon actual or perceived: race (including hair texture, protective hairstyles and other traits associated with race), color, age, religious creed, citizenship, citizenship status and alienage, nationality, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity or creed, disability, genetic information or medical condition, reproductive health decision making, pregnancy or maternity, paternity, marital or civil partnership status, caregiver status, gender (including gender identity, expression, nonconformity, gender reassignment or status as a transgender individual), sex, sexual orientation or preference, veteran or military status, height, weight, any other characteristic protected by law or any combination thereof. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let the hiring manager know.
California Applicants
Pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicant with arrest and conviction records.
Salary : $20 - $22