Network Engineer Internships
Network engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience configuring real infrastructure, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles across Technology & Software, Retail, and Electronics & Hardware are actively posted, with Amazon, Extreme Networks, and Oracle among the employers posting roles now.
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Veterans and Military Spouses belong at Oracle
This is a place where your military experience and talent will help you thrive. Our culture of inclusion values the skills that veterans bring to our workforce and empowers you to use them to transform the world for the better. Get a head start on your civilian career today.
About the Oracle Veteran Internship Program (OVIP):
Oracle is proud to sponsor an internship and integration program that exposes transitioning military veterans and active-duty Military Spouses new to the corporate culture, provides hands-on job-skill training and experience, and offers enhanced professional and personal development. At Oracle, we are committed to the development and professional growth of our veterans and military spouses. Our paid internship program is specifically designed to aid military veterans, transitioning servicemembers and active-duty military spouses new to the corporate sector in their transition to a career in the private or public sector.
Veterans and Military Spouses accepted into our program will work closely with corporate leadership, military veteran coaches and HR professionals to help prepare for a successful transition. Interns will engage in on-the-job training and professional development in fields such as information technology, technical/systems consulting, technical support, facilities, finance, human resources, logistics, marketing, sales or developmental training in sales or for customer support (as available).
US Veteran transitioning from active service or Military Spouse new to corporate experience preferred
About the Company:
For more than four decades, Oracle has delivered innovations that have helped build entire industries. We remain the gold standard as the world’s first autonomous database and industry’s broadest and deepest suite of AI-powered cloud applications. The following facts and figures highlight some of the many ways we continue to deliver innovations for our customers, partners, and communities. With annual revenue of US$57 billion in FY2025, Oracle is the world’s largest EHR implementation, serving more than 9.5 million beneficiaries spanning the United States, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region; has 5 million registered members of Oracle’s customer and developer communities; and 469 independent user communities in 97 countries representing more than 1 million members.
Additional Information:
Hourly wage is $30 per hour. This is a 40 hour per week position
The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) delivers mission-critical applications for top tier enterprises around the world. Our cloud offers unmatched hyper-scale, multi-tenant services deployed in more than 40 regions worldwide.
The mission of our Network Reliability Engineering team is to provide exceptional network reliability and automation services that enable our customers to drive operational excellence in OCI networks at scale. By focusing on both reactive and proactive functions, we aim to minimize downtime, quickly resolve incidents, and continuously enhance network performance through automation, advanced monitoring, and a customer-centric approach.
What you will bring:
- 5+ years of experience in networking technologies
- Proficiency with Python or similar scripting language
- Proficiency with network technologies and protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS)
- Experience developing network automation or device management solutions
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, thriving in collaborative and agile teams
- Ownership mindset - delivering results, embracing ambiguity, and driving continuous improvements.
- Experience working in a network support role
- Proficiency with other network technologies and protocols including IS-IS, RSVP-TE, EVPN, VxLAN, DHCP, DNS, IPv4 and IPv6 etc.
- Experience with network modeling and programming – YAML, YANG, OpenConfig, NETCONF
- Experience with network monitoring and telemetry solutions.
- Experience with Ticket systems like Jira, and Version control systems like Git. Knowledge of Scrum & Agile Methodologies
Preferred Qualifications:
Responsibilities
Supports the design, deployment, and operations of a large-scale global Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Primarily focused on the development and support of network fabric and systems through a combination of a deep level understanding of networking at the protocol level coupled with programming skills. As OCI is a cloud-based network with a global footprint, this support will include hundreds of thousands of network devices supporting millions of servers, connected over a mix of dedicated backbone infrastructure, CLOS Network, and the Internet.
Participates in network solution and architecture design process.
Participate in operational support rotations as primary and secondary.
Provide break-fix support for events. Serve as the escalation point for event remediation. Lead post-event root cause analysis.
Join major event/incident calls, use technical and analytical skills to resolve network issues that impact Oracle customers/services
Fault handling and escalation - Identifying and responding to faults on OCI’s systems and networks, collaborating closely with 3rd party suppliers, handling escalation through to resolution
Collaborate with program/project managers to develop milestones and deliverables.
Will primarily use existing procedures and tools to develop and safely execute network change. However, may have to develop new procedures from time to time.
Develop solutions to enable front line support teams to act on network failure conditions.
Mentor junior engineers.
Coordinate with networking automation services for the development and integration of support tooling.
Coordinate with network monitoring to gather telemetry and create alerts rules using them.
Build dashboards to represent data at various network layers and device roles that help identify network issues, anomalies.
Frequently develops scripts to automate routine tasks for team and business units.
Serves as SME on software development projects for network automation and network monitoring.
Collaborate with network vendor technical account team and internal Quality Assurance team to drive bug resolution and assist in the qualification of new firmware and/or operating systems.
Veterans and Military Spouses belong at Oracle
This is a place where your military experience and talent will help you thrive. Our culture of inclusion values the skills that veterans bring to our workforce and empowers you to use them to transform the world for the better. Get a head start on your civilian career today.
About the Oracle Veteran Internship Program (OVIP):
Oracle is proud to sponsor an internship and integration program that exposes transitioning military veterans and active-duty Military Spouses new to the corporate culture, provides hands-on job-skill training and experience, and offers enhanced professional and personal development. At Oracle, we are committed to the development and professional growth of our veterans and military spouses. Our paid internship program is specifically designed to aid military veterans, transitioning servicemembers and active-duty military spouses new to the corporate sector in their transition to a career in the private or public sector.
Veterans and Military Spouses accepted into our program will work closely with corporate leadership, military veteran coaches and HR professionals to help prepare for a successful transition. Interns will engage in on-the-job training and professional development in fields such as information technology, technical/systems consulting, technical support, facilities, finance, human resources, logistics, marketing, sales or developmental training in sales or for customer support (as available).
US Veteran transitioning from active service or Military Spouse new to corporate experience preferred
About the Company:
For more than four decades, Oracle has delivered innovations that have helped build entire industries. We remain the gold standard as the world’s first autonomous database and industry’s broadest and deepest suite of AI-powered cloud applications. The following facts and figures highlight some of the many ways we continue to deliver innovations for our customers, partners, and communities. With annual revenue of US$57 billion in FY2025, Oracle is the world’s largest EHR implementation, serving more than 9.5 million beneficiaries spanning the United States, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region; has 5 million registered members of Oracle’s customer and developer communities; and 469 independent user communities in 97 countries representing more than 1 million members.
Additional Information:
Hourly wage is $30 per hour. This is a 40 hour per week position
The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) delivers mission-critical applications for top tier enterprises around the world. Our cloud offers unmatched hyper-scale, multi-tenant services deployed in more than 40 regions worldwide.
The mission of our Network Reliability Engineering team is to provide exceptional network reliability and automation services that enable our customers to drive operational excellence in OCI networks at scale. By focusing on both reactive and proactive functions, we aim to minimize downtime, quickly resolve incidents, and continuously enhance network performance through automation, advanced monitoring, and a customer-centric approach.
What you will bring:
- 5+ years of experience in networking technologies
- Proficiency with Python or similar scripting language
- Proficiency with network technologies and protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS)
- Experience developing network automation or device management solutions
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, thriving in collaborative and agile teams
- Ownership mindset - delivering results, embracing ambiguity, and driving continuous improvements.
- Experience working in a network support role
- Proficiency with other network technologies and protocols including IS-IS, RSVP-TE, EVPN, VxLAN, DHCP, DNS, IPv4 and IPv6 etc.
- Experience with network modeling and programming – YAML, YANG, OpenConfig, NETCONF
- Experience with network monitoring and telemetry solutions.
- Experience with Ticket systems like Jira, and Version control systems like Git. Knowledge of Scrum & Agile Methodologies
Preferred Qualifications:
Responsibilities
Supports the design, deployment, and operations of a large-scale global Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Primarily focused on the development and support of network fabric and systems through a combination of a deep level understanding of networking at the protocol level coupled with programming skills. As OCI is a cloud-based network with a global footprint, this support will include hundreds of thousands of network devices supporting millions of servers, connected over a mix of dedicated backbone infrastructure, CLOS Network, and the Internet.
Participates in network solution and architecture design process.
Participate in operational support rotations as primary and secondary.
Provide break-fix support for events. Serve as the escalation point for event remediation. Lead post-event root cause analysis.
Join major event/incident calls, use technical and analytical skills to resolve network issues that impact Oracle customers/services
Fault handling and escalation - Identifying and responding to faults on OCI’s systems and networks, collaborating closely with 3rd party suppliers, handling escalation through to resolution
Collaborate with program/project managers to develop milestones and deliverables.
Will primarily use existing procedures and tools to develop and safely execute network change. However, may have to develop new procedures from time to time.
Develop solutions to enable front line support teams to act on network failure conditions.
Mentor junior engineers.
Coordinate with networking automation services for the development and integration of support tooling.
Coordinate with network monitoring to gather telemetry and create alerts rules using them.
Build dashboards to represent data at various network layers and device roles that help identify network issues, anomalies.
Frequently develops scripts to automate routine tasks for team and business units.
Serves as SME on software development projects for network automation and network monitoring.
Collaborate with network vendor technical account team and internal Quality Assurance team to drive bug resolution and assist in the qualification of new firmware and/or operating systems.
Network Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Network Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role suggests
Large employers with structured summer cohorts open network engineer internship applications in the fall, sometimes six or more months before the internship starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings regularly and apply as soon as a role opens rather than waiting for a deadline.
Build a portfolio recruiters can actually open
At the intern level, a documented lab project outweighs an empty work history section. Create a GitHub repository or personal site with network topology designs, packet capture analyses, or GNS3 and Packet Tracer configurations. Name every tool and protocol you used so a recruiter scanning for relevant skills finds them immediately.
Work campus connections and direct applications together
Career fairs surface structured programs tied directly to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many network engineering internships never appear through campus channels at all.
Practice the technical screen out loud before you apply
Network engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering subnetting, OSI layers, routing protocols, and troubleshooting scenarios. Practice explaining your reasoning as you work through problems, not just arriving at the right answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through a network issue as much as the final solution.
Target structured rotational and university programs first
Larger technology, telecommunications, and defense employers run cohort-based network engineering internships designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill quickly, and often carry the clearest paths to return offers. Identify the ones that match your background and submit in the first application wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 86% of the network engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are reviewing only roles you can actually accept and not sorting through postings that do not fit your situation.
Network Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a network engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio or GitHub repository documenting lab environments, packet captures, or topology designs that recruiters can actually assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where network engineering recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a network engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it is consistent performance on real network projects, demonstrated initiative during the internship, and whether the team has open headcount when the role would start. Position yourself for a return offer without counting on one by treating every task as an audition.
When should I apply for network engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers with structured summer cohorts, including major technology and telecommunications firms, often open applications the preceding fall and close them months before the internship starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and checking regularly is worthwhile.
Are network engineer internships paid?
Most professional network engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings display the range or hourly rate where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships exist but are far less common in technical networking roles at companies of any significant size.
What should a network engineer internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete projects, each naming the tools and protocols used and linking to the work, such as a GitHub repository with documented lab configurations, a Packet Tracer or GNS3 topology, or a write-up of a home lab setup. Add relevant coursework in networking, routing, or security. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote network engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 14% of the network engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before spots close.
Can international students get network engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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