Systems Engineering 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

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Employee discounts on AT&T mobility plans and accessories

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University is offering a Technology Development Program Internship at AT&T for motivated students interested in Systems Engineering. This 10-12 week immersive summer experience involves hands-on learning in a dynamic environment, emphasizing collaboration with industry experts. Interns must have a STEM background and availability to work on-site at least 5 days a week by June 2026. Annual compensation ranges between $58,400 - $98,200, dependent on experience and location, with additional perks including a 401(k) plan and extensive wellness programs.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Leverage technical expertise and strategic thinking to enhance AT&T’s network and optimize applications.
• Collaborate across teams to automate workflows, integrate data platforms, and improve system performance.
• Use data skills to communicate insights and drive decisions.

Job description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

AT&T is seeking motivated students for the Systems Engineering track of our 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. We’re looking for individuals passionate about technology and eager to innovate, learn, and grow in a dynamic environment.

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 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.

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

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company‑designated holidays)
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require 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

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 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.