•Describe why you are motivated to participate in this development opportunity (max 250 words)
•Describe any experience or qualities which demonstrate your ability to work with IT equipment, collaborate on a team, and deliver outstanding customer support (max 250 words)
•Provide examples of any accomplishments or achievements you have made in the area of IT and networking outside the traditional classroom environment, including community service activities, consulting services, awards or recognition, etc. (max 250 words)
•Describe any other accomplishments or unique attributes (i.e. military experience, languages spoken, business ventures, etc.)
Here are the details on the event in Toronto:
NBA Networking Academies Program – 2016 NBA All-Star Game
The best players from every NBA team will gather in Toronto for the 2016 NBA All-Star Game. Starting on Saturday, February 6th, Networking Academy students will assist NBA IT staff with deploying and supporting the network at the arena, as well as the partner and player hotels and other locations to be confirmed. (http://www.nba.com/…/2016-nba-all-star-game-official-relea…/)
•Student Requirements
-students should be local to the area and age 18 years or older
-students will need to complete a background check (results will not shared for privacy) and sign a waiver and publicity release form (to be provided)
-students will receive $125/day (USD) stipend in form of MasterCard gift card
Responsibilities
-basic network set up including laying cable, connecting wireless access points, configuring servers, maintenance and troubleshooting
-basic user support for laptop connectivity to networks, Wi-Fi, and printing
Project: setting up NBA networks for staff, guests, and media
Schedule (all times and locations TBD): February 6-15