CPT Network Security Engineer Jobs
Network Security Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply firewall configuration, threat detection, and vulnerability assessment skills in real enterprise environments. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the role must connect directly to your degree program, cybersecurity, computer science, or a closely related field qualifies.
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Paid Internship - Summer 2027
Corporate Headquarters
12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Ready to boost your technical skills and kick-start your career? As a Uline 2027 Network Engineer Intern, you'll get hands-on experience working alongside IT experts to engineer enterprise network solutions for our growing company!
A 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award-winning company!
Position Responsibilities
- Assist day-to-day network operations, analysis and troubleshooting.
- Implement and maintain new and existing sites to fit company needs.
- Perform routine adds, moves and changes for network ports and VLANs.
- Enter and manage carrier tickets for service outages.
Minimum Requirements
- This full-time, 12-week internship is open to Junior-status college students only.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in network engineering or a related IT field.
- Basic networking knowledge, including TCP / IP, routing and switching.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Benefits of a Uline Internship
- Gain professional work experience by executing meaningful business projects.
- Work with a dedicated mentor assigned specifically to you.
- Live nearby in complimentary housing for out-of-town interns.
- Join a positive and collaborative in-person work environment.
- Earn competitive pay over summer and the potential to join Uline full-time upon graduation.
Intern Perks
- "Lunch and Learn" sessions to expand your business and industry knowledge.
- Outings and networking events with interns across all departments.
- On-site café with meals prepared fresh by executive chefs.
- First-class fitness center with sauna and walking trails.
About Uline
Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.
Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.
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Network Engineer Internship
Paid Internship - Summer 2027
Corporate Headquarters
12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Ready to boost your technical skills and kick-start your career? As a Uline 2027 Network Engineer Intern, you'll get hands-on experience working alongside IT experts to engineer enterprise network solutions for our growing company!
A 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award-winning company!
Position Responsibilities
- Assist day-to-day network operations, analysis and troubleshooting.
- Implement and maintain new and existing sites to fit company needs.
- Perform routine adds, moves and changes for network ports and VLANs.
- Enter and manage carrier tickets for service outages.
Minimum Requirements
- This full-time, 12-week internship is open to Junior-status college students only.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in network engineering or a related IT field.
- Basic networking knowledge, including TCP / IP, routing and switching.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Benefits of a Uline Internship
- Gain professional work experience by executing meaningful business projects.
- Work with a dedicated mentor assigned specifically to you.
- Live nearby in complimentary housing for out-of-town interns.
- Join a positive and collaborative in-person work environment.
- Earn competitive pay over summer and the potential to join Uline full-time upon graduation.
Intern Perks
- "Lunch and Learn" sessions to expand your business and industry knowledge.
- Outings and networking events with interns across all departments.
- On-site café with meals prepared fresh by executive chefs.
- First-class fitness center with sauna and walking trails.
About Uline
Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.
Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled
LI-GG1
CORP
(#IN-PPIN3)
ZR-HQIN
Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks! Explore Uline.jobs to learn more!
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Get Access To All JobsNetwork Security Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Security Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, provided the role connects directly to your enrolled degree program. Cybersecurity, computer science, computer engineering, and information systems programs typically satisfy the integral-part-of-curriculum requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific program and the job duties in your offer letter, clearance-level security roles or federal contractor positions may add additional screening requirements.
Can I do CPT at a defense contractor or federal agency as a Network Security Engineer?
Many federal contractors and agencies require security clearances or U.S. citizenship for network security roles, which disqualifies F-1 students. Verify the clearance requirements before applying. Private sector employers in financial services, healthcare IT, and cloud infrastructure are more commonly accessible. Check employer filing history on Migrate Mate to identify companies that have hired international students in this occupation.
What happens if my CPT Network Security Engineer role turns into a full-time offer?
A full-time offer after CPT doesn't automatically extend your work authorization. You'd transition to OPT after graduation, and if the role qualifies under a STEM-designated program, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your employer would then need to be E-Verify enrolled. USCIS governs OPT and STEM OPT authorization, your DSO initiates the process.
How specific does my CPT authorization need to be for a Network Security Engineer position?
Your I-20 CPT endorsement must name the employer and include start and end dates. It doesn't need to list every technical duty, but the role type should be consistent with your program's learning objectives. If the employer later changes your responsibilities significantly, say, from network monitoring to full red-team penetration testing, check with your DSO about whether a new CPT authorization is required.
Does part-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility for Network Security Engineer jobs after graduation?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, doesn't affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates OPT eligibility entirely, so track your hours carefully. O*NET classifies Network Security Engineer roles under computer occupations, which typically qualify for STEM OPT extension if your program is on the STEM designated degree list.