Which position you think its better working as project coordinator or a Desktop Support Technician?

Question

I am more a hands on guy; I have been doing computer repair for friends and families for almost 5 years. I have always wanted to do desktop support work. My goal is to be a network administrator in the IT field. I know found a 6 months internship, but it’s for Project Coordinator. I have been told that I might do IT project related.

1. My job description below looks like a new language to me. Does anyone have any insight on it?

Job description:

Work with the in-place Project Management Office (PMO) procedures to intake new projects
Work with requesters to establish project scope, cost and timeline estimates
Manage small to medium size projects (infrastructure and applications)
Provide regular updates to management as necessary on project status (spend, scope, timing, issues, risks)
Look for ways of improving and/or automating parts of the process where possible
Assist PMO in the creation of presentations for client meetings and update calls

2. What is a Project Coordinator/ IT Project Coordinator?

What is an IT project looks like? Example please.

Do you think is a great opportunity?

Thank you so much for you time!

Answer 1

It is a good opportunity for the right person - it's a job; however, it's probably not what you are looking for.



In this sense, the PM (Project Manager) essentially tries to coordinate everyone working on a project and ensure deadlines are met, ensure everyone knows their tasks and complete them properly, etc. You're in effect policing the team. While most PMs have some technical knowledge, it's generally not a technically hands-on position (though there are exceptions - I doubt this is one of them).



A PM can be a fantastic, well-paying position for someone who takes charge, is punctual and has excellent time management. If you want to be a network admin, it's likely not a step in the right direction, but it *is* a job. If you think you can do it, and you want the opportunity, there's no harm in trying.

Answer 2

Sorry for not really answering the question but the "might" work in IT department is a red flag for me BUT coordination will help with management job resumes so if you do get valid IT experiences I'll be jealous because you could apply to be manager in the IT department (after about 4-7 years)which is like 85k to six figure salaries

Answer 3

this job is basically a secretary position, making calls, appointments ect

an IT project can range from installation of hardware to updating software

it is a crap opportunity but you have to start somewhere