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Position Title: AV/VTC Infrastructure Technician – SkillBridge Intern

Program Type: DoD SkillBridge Internship (Unpaid Training Opportunity)

Location: Hawaii – Various locations including COMPACFLT, Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, and Tech Center project sites.

Clearance Required: Secret (preferred) or ability to obtain base access

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Duration: 10 weeks (Full-time, 400 hours total)

Enrollment Date: Continuous

GC Associates (GCA) Company Website: http://www.gcassociates-usa.com

GC Associates is offering a 10-week SkillBridge internship opportunity for transitioning service members interested in gaining real-world experience in the Audio-Visual (AV) and Video Teleconferencing (VTC) industry. As an AV/VTC Infrastructure Technician Intern, you will work alongside experienced professionals supporting commercial and DoD projects. This hands-on role provides structured learning through site visits, mentorship, and industry-recognized online training modules.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with AV and VTC system installations, maintenance, and system testing
• Pull, label, dress, and terminate cabling (Layer 1 infrastructure tasks).
• Participate in daily system operations and troubleshooting at federal sites
• Set up mock systems in the lab for testing, configuration, and documentation
• Complete company orientation, safety training, and AV fundamentals modules
• Work in compliance with base access procedures, site safety, and contractor standards
• Attend live VTC events and gain experience with AV system support and operations
• Participate in certifications and e-learning through AVIXA, Kramer, Extron, Dante, and more.

Learning Objectives

• Gain foundational knowledge of AV industry standards and tools that can support future employment in the AV industry
• Understand the operation of VTC systems and network-based AV components
• Demonstrate basic technical skills in Layer 1 infrastructure (cabling, connections, equipment)
• Build familiarity with AV system integration in federal environments
• Work under supervision of experienced AV professionals and receive real-time feedback
• Access to industry-recognized certifications and training modules

Program Details:

Duration: 10 weeks / 400 hours

Instruction Format: On-site fieldwork, live internships, and structured e-learning

Evaluation: Based on attendance, technical progress, safety practices, and professional behavior

Certifications (Optional): Access to AVIXA Essentials, Extron Associate Certification, Kramer AV/IP training, Audinate Dante Level 1, and more

Note: This position is unpaid and intended for active-duty service members eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program. It is a training-focused role, not a guarantee of future employment.