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Network Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply classroom theory in routing protocols, network security, and infrastructure design for real employers. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start work, and the role must connect directly to your degree program. Part-time CPT runs up to 20 hours per week during the semester.
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The Linux Systems & Automation Engineering Intern will assist with building, configuring, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure. The intern will work alongside senior engineers on system provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational tooling. This role is intended for candidates with strong technical fundamentals who want hands-on experience with production systems and automation workflows. It is also intended as a pipeline for future full-time Systems Engineering or DevOps roles. High-performing interns may be considered for extended internships or full-time offers.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Linux Systems Engineering:
- Assist with Linux server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Participate in OS hardening, patching, and baseline configuration development.
- Help maintain system documentation, runbooks, and deployment standards.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash).
- Contribute to configuration management workflows (Ansible, cloud-init, Terraform, etc.).
- Build repeatable deployment templates for bare metal and virtual systems.
Monitoring & Operations:
- Assist with monitoring and telemetry systems (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, OpenSearch).
- Analyze logs and metrics to support troubleshooting and reliability improvements.
- Participate in incident reviews and root-cause analysis exercises.
Software & Tooling Development:
- Write internal tools and utilities to improve engineering workflows.
- Use Git for version control and contribute via pull requests and code reviews.
- Participate in design discussions and technical reviews with senior engineers.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Strong understanding of Linux fundamentals (filesystem, permissions, processes, networking).
- Experience with scripting or programming (Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar).
- Familiarity with Git and basic software development workflows.
- Strong written documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with containers (Docker) or orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with configuration management tools.
- Exposure to virtualization (VMware, KVM).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-prem automation frameworks.
- Personal homelab, open-source contributions, or GitHub portfolio.
To view our competitive benefits, click here!
Joining Nsight:
Our family of companies provides complete telecommunications services, including wireless and fiber-based services to residential and business customers, along with tower erection and maintenance services in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our commitment to customer service, local philanthropic efforts and green initiatives makes us an employer of choice in the state of Wisconsin. We like to hire people looking to grow with an organization and those who are excited about the ever-changing telecommunications industry.
Nsight is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. This is a drug-free workplace.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@nsight.com.
Job Summary:
The Linux Systems & Automation Engineering Intern will assist with building, configuring, and automating enterprise Linux infrastructure. The intern will work alongside senior engineers on system provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational tooling. This role is intended for candidates with strong technical fundamentals who want hands-on experience with production systems and automation workflows. It is also intended as a pipeline for future full-time Systems Engineering or DevOps roles. High-performing interns may be considered for extended internships or full-time offers.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Linux Systems Engineering:
- Assist with Linux server provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management.
- Participate in OS hardening, patching, and baseline configuration development.
- Help maintain system documentation, runbooks, and deployment standards.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code:
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (Python, Bash).
- Contribute to configuration management workflows (Ansible, cloud-init, Terraform, etc.).
- Build repeatable deployment templates for bare metal and virtual systems.
Monitoring & Operations:
- Assist with monitoring and telemetry systems (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, OpenSearch).
- Analyze logs and metrics to support troubleshooting and reliability improvements.
- Participate in incident reviews and root-cause analysis exercises.
Software & Tooling Development:
- Write internal tools and utilities to improve engineering workflows.
- Use Git for version control and contribute via pull requests and code reviews.
- Participate in design discussions and technical reviews with senior engineers.
Requirements:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Strong understanding of Linux fundamentals (filesystem, permissions, processes, networking).
- Experience with scripting or programming (Python, Bash, Ruby, or similar).
- Familiarity with Git and basic software development workflows.
- Strong written documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with containers (Docker) or orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with configuration management tools.
- Exposure to virtualization (VMware, KVM).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) or on-prem automation frameworks.
- Personal homelab, open-source contributions, or GitHub portfolio.
To view our competitive benefits, click here!
Joining Nsight:
Our family of companies provides complete telecommunications services, including wireless and fiber-based services to residential and business customers, along with tower erection and maintenance services in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Our commitment to customer service, local philanthropic efforts and green initiatives makes us an employer of choice in the state of Wisconsin. We like to hire people looking to grow with an organization and those who are excited about the ever-changing telecommunications industry.
Nsight is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. This is a drug-free workplace.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@nsight.com.
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Get Access To All JobsNetwork Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the duties connect directly to your degree program. Roles involving network design, routing protocol implementation, security architecture, or infrastructure troubleshooting typically align with computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering curricula. Your DSO makes the final call based on your specific program requirements and the employer's offer letter.
Can I work as a Network Engineer on CPT while still enrolled full-time?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, is allowed while you maintain full-time enrollment. Full-time CPT requires you to be enrolled in a course that grants academic credit for the work. Your school determines whether a co-op or internship course satisfies that requirement for a Network Engineer placement.
How do I find Network Engineer employers who are open to CPT students?
Migrate Mate lets you browse Network Engineer roles filtered by employers with work-authorization filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with F-1 requirements. Government contractors and mid-size IT infrastructure firms tend to run structured co-op programs that already account for CPT timelines and academic credit requirements.
What documentation do I need before starting a CPT Network Engineer role?
You need a CPT-authorized I-20 from your DSO showing the employer name, start date, and end date that matches your offer. You'll also need a valid passport and your current I-94. The employer completes I-9 verification using these documents. Don't begin work until your updated I-20 is in hand, even if you've signed the offer.
Does CPT experience as a Network Engineer count toward O*NET's experience requirements for future visa petitions?
CPT work experience is legitimate U.S. employment and counts toward the experience requirements listed in an O*NET occupation profile. For Network Engineers, O*NET classifies the role as requiring moderate-term on-the-job training or related experience. That CPT experience can support future H-1B visa or employer-sponsored green card petitions, so document your duties and hours carefully.