Network Performance Summer 2026 Internship

Verizon Communications • Indianapolis, IN

99d • Remote

About The Position

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife. This position is for a Network Performance intern. Some of the projects you may work on could enhance your skills in one or more of the following areas: 5G Technology, Network Performance Optimization and Management, Radio Frequency Design, NFV (Network Functions Virtualization), Software Defined Networking (SDN), Business Analytics, Programming: Java, Python, Wireshark, Splunk, Data Warehousing: SQL & database query tools, Grafana (Prometheus) & GitHub Network. You must be currently enrolled in a degree program and be in good academic standing to be considered. In this hybrid internship, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. This hybrid internship will be based out of Indianapolis, IN. If relocation is required, relocation assistance may be available. You'll join us for the Intern Marquee event, a unique experience designed exclusively for all US interns. It's your chance to sharpen your professional development skills, build your connections through structured networking, and be inspired by our top executive speakers.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program majoring in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Science or related majors.
• Completion date between December 2027 and June 2029.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
• Willing and able to travel.
• Willing and able to relocate.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering major.
• Coursework or demonstrated experience in waveforms and radio frequency spectrum.
• Demonstrated strong written and communication skills.
• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Knowledge of filters and signal modulation.
• Knowledge of WIFI, wireless or modern communication networks.
• Understanding of radio signal propagation.
• Knowledge of electromagnetics and optics.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects related to 5G Technology.
• Enhance skills in Network Performance Optimization and Management.
• Engage in Radio Frequency Design.
• Explore NFV (Network Functions Virtualization).
• Participate in Software Defined Networking (SDN) projects.
• Conduct Business Analytics.
• Utilize programming skills in Java, Python, Wireshark, and Splunk.
• Work with Data Warehousing: SQL & database query tools.
• Use Grafana (Prometheus) & GitHub Network.

Benefits

• 401(k) Savings Plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match on the first 6% of contributions.
• Holiday pay, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree