Network Engineer Intern

Dawn Food Products•Jackson, MI

36d•$26 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success. Dawn's Inspire Internship Program offers capable students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of the Global Bakery Industry. With over 100 years of expertise, Dawn provides a platform for interns to experience our vibrant company culture, embrace our core values, and gain valuable knowledge for their future careers. Dawn Inspire Internship Program interns will benefit from: Exposure to various aspects of the business, including People (HR), marketing, finance, sales, and more. Opportunities to develop new skills and gain hands-on experience through meaningful projects and assignments. Mentorship and Networking opportunities with experienced professionals in the industry. Work Eligibility & Travel Requirements: Hybrid internship - 3 days a week onsite at our Jackson, Michigan Home Office. The typical work schedule is from 8 AM to 5 PM; however, as part of the network team, there may be occasional evening or weekend assignments. Interns will be required to be on-site at the Corporate Jackson office from May 18 - May 21 for onboarding, and from August 4 - 7 for final presentations. These are mandatory in-person participation dates for the internship program.

Requirements

Must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology with an emphasis on computer networking encouraged.
The candidate must be entering their junior year or beyond.
Current academic status must reflect good performance in relation to institutional academic standards.
Strong interest in Computer Networking.
Basic knowledge and experience with routing, switching. Firewall and Wi-Fi experience is highly desirable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
Adaptability and willingness to embrace feedback and eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
Ability to analyze, summarize and solve user problems in a calming manner.

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of configuring switches, routers, and access points. We generally utilize Cisco network equipment, but experience with other brands of network equipment would also be fine. Often, degree programs such as Network Administration would train in these skills.
Apply problem-solving to understand common challenges and evaluate potential solutions.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on assigned topics and present findings to the team.
Collaborate with team members to brainstorm ideas and contribute to problem-solving efforts.
Shadow and learn from experienced professionals in your field of interest.
Actively seek opportunities to learn and develop new skills relevant to your career goals.
Take initiative to suggest process improvements and contribute innovative ideas.
Demonstrate the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and support our culture throughout the duration of the Internship Program.
Support Cisco network router and switch replacements.
Cisco Catalyst SDWAN configuration enhancements.
Support Cisco Wi-Fi access point upgrades.
Network configuration auditing and standardization.
Network monitoring tool configuration and validation.
Taking a first pass at break fix tickets as they are submitted. Work with other engineers to resolve issues.
Other duties as assigned