Systems Engineering Intern at AT&T

Wayne State 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 discounts on mobility plans and accessories

Job summary

A leading communication technology company is offering a Systems Engineering internship as part of their Technology Development Program. This hands-on 10-12 week program, starting June 2026, seeks motivated rising seniors pursuing degrees in STEM fields. Interns will enhance the company's network and optimize applications through collaboration and innovative thinking. Successful candidates should possess strong scripting and data analysis skills, along with a proactive mindset. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Rising senior in a STEM field.
• Availability to start full-time internship by June 2026.
• Ability to work on-site at least 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Enhance AT&T's network and optimize applications.
• Collaborate on workflows and data platform integration.
• Improve system performance with a security-first mindset.

Skills

Scripting

Collaborative problem-solving

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Pursuing a four-year undergraduate or graduate degree in STEM

Job description

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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.

Join AT&T and help shape the future of communications and technology that connect the world. We value innovators who seek to explore the unknown and challenge the status quo. Bring your bold ideas and fearless spirit to redefine connectivity and transform how people share stories and experiences. At AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future—you’ll build it.

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. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. 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

Ready to join our team? Apply today!

By applying for this opportunity, you may be considered for other AT&T technical disciplines within the Technology Development Program Internship at other AT&T locations throughout the US.

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.