Entry Level Core Network Engineer Jobs
New grad core network engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on lab work, a home lab portfolio, or an internship can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, with employers like Macy's, BDO, and Mohawk Industries hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Nurse Clinical/New Grad Core/UKHC
Requisition Number: NR15504
Working Title: Nurse Clinical/ 7A/ New Grad Core/UKHC
Department Name: H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 10
Salary Range: $28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.
Job Summary
In the new graduate acute care core program, nurses will apply the nursing process in caring for and counseling individuals, promoting health, preventing illness and injury, and supporting transitions of care. This includes using a systematic, critical-thinking approach to guide data collection, assessment, clinical judgment, intervention, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health issues. Care is delivered through health teaching, counseling, and restorative support. As part of the acute core, nurses will care for patients within the UK HealthCare Enterprise at Good Samaritan and Chandler Hospitals. Has the ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Position will be committed to coordinating and managing all aspects of nursing care in a timely, cost-effective manner, in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
.
Deadline to Apply: 11/15/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Job Title: Nurse Clinical/New Grad Core/UKHC
Requisition Number: NR15504
Working Title: Nurse Clinical/ 7A/ New Grad Core/UKHC
Department Name: H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 10
Salary Range: $28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.
Job Summary
In the new graduate acute care core program, nurses will apply the nursing process in caring for and counseling individuals, promoting health, preventing illness and injury, and supporting transitions of care. This includes using a systematic, critical-thinking approach to guide data collection, assessment, clinical judgment, intervention, and evaluation of human responses to actual or potential health issues. Care is delivered through health teaching, counseling, and restorative support. As part of the acute core, nurses will care for patients within the UK HealthCare Enterprise at Good Samaritan and Chandler Hospitals. Has the ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Position will be committed to coordinating and managing all aspects of nursing care in a timely, cost-effective manner, in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
.
Deadline to Apply: 11/15/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Entry Level Core Network Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level core network engineer job?
Start by earning a foundational certification like CCNA or CompTIA Network+, which signals hands-on competency to hiring managers even without years of experience. Build a home lab, document your configurations on GitHub, and apply to roles that list these credentials as preferred rather than required. Internships and co-op experience in network operations centers are especially strong differentiators at the entry level.
Which companies hire entry level core network engineers?
Companies hiring entry level core network engineers right now include Macy's, BDO, and Mohawk Industries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of telecommunications carriers, managed service providers, federal contractors, and large enterprises building out or modernizing their core infrastructure teams.
Are there remote entry level core network engineer jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles still favor on-site or hybrid arrangements because new engineers benefit from direct access to physical equipment and senior colleagues. About 26% of entry level core network engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so remote options exist but on-site positions make up the larger share of junior postings.
Are these new grad core network engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior core network engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or academic lab work in place of professional history, or lists a degree and certification as the primary qualifications. Searching for new grad positions alongside entry level roles will surface the widest set of openings suited to candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level core network engineers?
Entry Level core network engineer roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they operate large, complex networks that require dedicated teams to maintain routing, switching, and backbone infrastructure, creating steady demand for candidates who can grow into senior roles over time.