Network Engineering & Field Operations Summer 2021 Internship

Job Description

What you’ll be doing...

This internship position – which is part of the Verizon Campus Program – will give you a chance to channel your drive and enthusiasm while learning from the best minds in the industry. You’ll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects from the moment you arrive through the course of this 10-week experience. You will take part in meaningful work and real-life projects within the Global Technology Solutions Organization that will help you grow both professionally and personally throughout the program.

As a Network Engineering and Operations Intern, you may have the opportunity to:

• Support Wireless Field Network Assurance Organization and Wireline Network Organization.
• Participate in on-going operation and maintenance of the voice, data, 4G LTE & 5G wireless networks.
• Work on the proper operation of a large group of Network Elements. Duties in support of interdepartmental objectives include preventative and remedial maintenance, installation, optimization, building upkeep, and integration of network hardware and interconnect facilities.
• Partner with the Wireless Field Network Assurance Organization Field or switch command line entry, scripting.
• Transport ethernet and fiber testing.
• Support interdepartmental objectives including preventative and remedial maintenance, installation, optimization, building upkeep, and integration of network hardware and interconnect facilities.
• Assist with on-going operation and maintenance of the voice, data, 4G LTE & 5G wireless networks.

You must be currently enrolled in a degree program and in good academic standing to be considered.

If you are interested in other roles and locations in addition to this one, please submit your application to those postings as well in order to be considered.

What we’re looking for...

You’re a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you’re always trying to beat a personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.

You’ll need to have:

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Computer Information Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Machine Learning, Security, or related major with an expected completion date between December 2021 and June 2024.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
• A valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Willingness to work in Spokane, WA.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills, communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of IT, data analytics, systems performance, programming, project management, telecommunications, scripting & coding, PC and software knowledge.
• Experience call processing (origination, handoffs), data networking (switching/routing, TCP/IP). Lucent, Motorola, Nortel; LTE / CDMA data; telecom experience including Ethernet backhaul, fiber optic testing/configuration, computer support experience including PC hardware and configurations, troubleshooting; and power experience including Galaxy, Lorain, DC distribution systems, and troubleshooting, and/or related skills.

When you join Verizon

You’ll have the power to go beyond – doing the work that’s transforming how people, businesses and things connect with each other. Not only do we provide the fastest and most reliable network for our customers, but we were first to 5G - a quantum leap in connectivity. Our connected solutions are making communities stronger and enabling energy efficiency. Here, you’ll have the ability to make an impact and create positive change. Whether you think in code, words, pictures or numbers, join our team of the best and brightest. We offer great pay, amazing benefits and opportunity to learn and grow in every role. Together we’ll go far.

Diversity and Inclusion at Verizon

At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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