Network Engineer Intern Summer 2026

Steely•Reston, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You’ve spent the last year (or more) learning how computer systems interact. As you begin to think about what’s next after college, finding a nurturing home where you can apply your knowledge is an increasing priority. Rather than become a cog in a large corporate machine, Steely is that small company down the street that you’ve always wanted to work for. We challenge ourselves to solve big issues, going head on with problems in the sky and on the ground. At the end of each day, you’ll go home knowing that you’ve made a difference in our company and helped our customers meet their goals. The sky’s the limit when you join Steely. We’re looking for smart, passionate technical interns to work at our Reston, VA office during the summer 2026. While most internships will focus on simple office tasks, we’re focused on a well-rounded, project-based internship. During our 10-week internship program, you’ll spend time sharpening your hard, technical skills, as well as perfecting your soft, Agile skills. A balance between the technical and the agile is essential to the “Steely spirit” and we’re excited to be part of your career journey.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Enrolled as a student in the current academic year.
Capable of demonstrating knowledge in the fields of Informaiton Science or Engineering.
Demonstrate an attention to detail and capable of thinking on your feet.
Possesses a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the drive to work through complex issues.
Self-starter able to work independently or within a team.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work full-time for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

Assist in configuring, testing, and deploying network devices such as switches, routers, and firewalls.
Monitor network performance using tools like Wireshark, SolarWinds, or Nagios, and help identify potential bottlenecks.
Support troubleshooting of connectivity issues, escalating complex problems to senior engineers when needed.
Document network diagrams, configurations, and change logs to maintain accurate technical records.
Participate in routine maintenance tasks, including firmware updates and patch management.
Help implement and test network security measures such as VLAN segmentation, access control lists (ACLs), and VPN configurations.
Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure network reliability and compliance with security policies.
Learn and apply best practices for network scalability, redundancy, and disaster recovery planning.
Contribute to small-scale network projects, such as setting up lab environments for testing new technologies.
Provide user support for basic network-related issues and assist in onboarding new devices to the network.