Network Engineering Summer 2025 Internship

Verizon Communications; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Network Engineering intern, where you'll enhance your skills in programming, data analysis, and network design. This hybrid internship offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects while collaborating with a diverse team. You'll gain hands-on experience in business analytics, data visualization, and system design, all while contributing to a company that values creativity and impact. If you're a motivated self-starter eager to learn and grow, this internship is the perfect platform to launch your career in engineering and technology.

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Holiday pay

Relocation assistance (if required)

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
• Strong written and communication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects in Business Analytics, Programming, and Network Design.
• Participate in a hybrid internship for 10 weeks.

Skills

Business Analytics

Programming (Java, Python)

Data Warehousing (SQL)

Data Visualization (Splunk, Tableau, Qlik Sense)

Technical Writing

Network Design

System Design and Administration

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Master's in Engineering

Tools

Wireshark

GitHub

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Grafana

Job description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life.

What you’ll be doing...

This position is for a Network Engineering intern. Some of the projects you may work on could enhance your skills in one or more of the following areas:

• Business Analytics.
• Programming: Java, Python, Wireshark.
• Data Warehousing: SQL & database query tools.
• Data visualization design and tools (Splunk, Tableau, Qlik Sense).
• Grafana (Prometheus) & GitHub Network.
• Technical and business writing.
• System tools design and administration.
• Network design and process.

You must be currently enrolled in a degree program and be in good academic standing to be considered.

In this hybrid internship, you’ll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. This hybrid internship will be based out of Irvine, CA. If relocation is required, relocation assistance may be available.

What we’re looking for...

You’re a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you’re always trying to perform at your personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.

You’ll need to have:

• Ability to participate in our hybrid 10-week internship that takes place from June 2, 2025 to August 8, 2025 working a full-time schedule.
• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree majoring in any Engineering discipline to include but not limited to Industrial and Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related major with a graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel and work in an assigned Verizon office.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Demonstrated strong written and communication skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, and/or other programming languages.
• Knowledge of system design and administration.
• Knowledge of data mapping and data analysis.
• Knowledge of data visualization tools, specifically Splunk, Tableau and/or Qlik Sense.
• Knowledge in technical writing.
• Knowledge of network and system automation design and implementation.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

In addition to building your skills and experiences, you will be eligible to participate in our robust 401(k) Savings Plan which provides a dollar-for-dollar company match on the first 6% of your contributions as a percentage of your eligible pay. You will also be eligible for holiday pay, as applicable. The compensation range for this position is $23.00/hour. The salary will vary depending on your role and class year.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.