Network Engineer Intern

Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Hybrid schedule

Professional development

Job summary

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis invites university students to apply for its 2027 Summer Internship Program in Indianapolis. This 10-week, paid internship places you in a collaborative cohort of 12 to 15 interns across multiple departments, with hands-on technical work and professional development.

The program combines in-office and remote work, emphasizing networking and practical learning in network operations.

Job description

Are you ready to turn your classroom knowledge into real-world experience? Do you enjoy collaborating with others and working as part of a team? If so, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBank) invites you to apply for our 2027 Summer Internship Program! We're looking for well-rounded, motivated students to join us for a 10-week paid internship where you'll gain hands‑on technical experience in your field of study, opportunities to develop key professional skills, and valuable networking connections to support future career growth.

Beyond traditional internship responsibilities, participants join a cohort of 12 to 15 interns across multiple departments, engaging in collaborative group activities while also working closely with their assigned teams to build essential technical and professional competencies. Interns must be located in Indianapolis during the duration of the program and be willing to commit to a hybrid schedule of 3 days in office/2 days remote each week.

What You'll Experience

Our Network Operations team monitors, maintains, and troubleshoots core network infrastructure to ensure optimal system performance and high availability. The team also supports network configuration, documentation, and routine maintenance tasks. In addition, they design, engineer, and implement network infrastructure solutions, driving technology modernization, enhancing network capabilities, and enabling hybrid cloud integration.

• Gain hands‑on experience monitoring enterprise network infrastructure.
• Gain practical exposure to routing, switching, TCP/IP VLANS, and wireless technologies while supporting network configurations, upgrades, and engineering projects.
• Learn network security best practices, infrastructure maintenance, and strategies to improve network stability, resiliency, and operational efficiency.
• Explore network automation, scripting, technical documentation, and emerging technologies while collaborating with experienced engineers to enhance network operations.
• Gain exposure to enterprises network architecture, design, and engineering best practices while exploring hybrid cloud technologies, and the integration of on‑premises infrastructure with cloud environments.
• Participate in team‑building activities, a group project, a community service event, and professional development sessions (including dining etiquette!)

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking students who:

• Are actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.
• Have completed at least their sophomore year of undergraduate studies.
• Are majoring in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems Management, Cyber Security/Info Assurance.
• Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally.
• Work well independently and in team settings.
• Are detail‑oriented, organized, and eager to solve problems.

Program Highlights

• 10-week paid internship from June to August
• Flexible hybrid workforce model: Onsite three days a week and two days remote.
• Competitive hourly rate
• "Dress for your day" dress code: You choose the appropriate work attire based on what your day looks like.
• Professional development and networking opportunities
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis focuses on recruiting, hiring , developing, and retaining a talented workforce by providing an environment that enables them to succeed.

Equal opportunity and an inclusive culture are essential to building and maintaining our competitive edge - and are key to our current and future individual and business successes.

To provide bank staff with both personal and professional growth, FHLBank Indianapolis offers excellent training and mentoring programs.

Our current qualified staff includes more than 200 people with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds.