Systems Engineer Intern

Southern Arkansas University; United States; On-site; USD 58,400 - 98,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave

Disability Benefits

Employee discounts up to 50%

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University is offering a Systems Engineering Internship as part of the Technology Development Program at AT&T. This 10-12 week immersive summer experience is designed for rising seniors in STEM fields. Interns will gain hands-on experience, working on real-world projects that enhance AT&T's network and optimize applications. The position requires on-site availability and offers a competitive salary ranging from $58,400 to $98,200 annually, along with various benefits including paid time off and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Rising senior in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).
• Availability to begin full-time internship by June 2026.
• Ability to work on-site at least 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Leverage technical expertise to enhance AT&T’s network.
• Collaborate across teams to automate workflows and integrate data.
• Use data skills to communicate insights and drive decisions.

Skills

Proficiency in scripting

Collaborative problem-solving

Strong data analysis

Education

Pursuing a four-year undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM field

Job description

Overview

AT&T is seeking motivated students for our Systems Engineering track as part of its Technology Development Program Internship, a 10‑12 week immersive summer experience offering hands‑on learning in one of three tracks: Data Science Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering. Interns will collaborate with industry experts on business‑impacting projects, gaining practical skills and exposure to real‑world challenges.

What You’ll Do

Systems Engineer: Leverage technical expertise and strategic thinking to enhance AT&T’s network, optimize applications, and deliver value. Collaborate across teams to automate workflows, integrate data platforms, develop tests, and improve system performance with a security‑first mindset. Use data skills to communicate insights and drive decisions. Requires proficiency in scripting, collaborative problem‑solving, and strong data analysis.

What You’ll Bring

• Integrity that serves as your true north moral compass.
• Mastery in communication, both speaking and writing clearly and effectively.
• Strong leadership skills, comfortable leading teams at all levels.
• A proactive mindset, always ready and eager to tackle challenges.
• A results‑oriented approach, driven to achieve goals.
• A curious mind, continuously learning and fascinated by innovation.

What You’ll Need

• Rising senior pursuing a four‑year undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).
• Availability to begin full‑time internship by June 2026.
• Ability to work on‑site at least 5 days per week at the specified office locations.

Compensation and Benefits

Technology Development Program Interns earn between $58,400 and $98,200 annually. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company‑designated holidays)
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond state and local law requirements may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

EEO Statement

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. AT&T will not hire any applicants for the Technology Development Program Internship who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

AT&T will consider for employment: qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state, & local laws.