Intern - Network Engineer - Summer 2026 - Remote Eligible

Lumen Network Engineering Internship Program

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. We are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

Lumen offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital innovation through a 10-week summer internship. Interns learn, network, and advance their careers while helping drive technology forward. Hear from previous interns on the impact this program has had on their career. Interns demonstrate curiosity, innovation, and a passion for advancing technology. We believe that empowering our people and helping them reach their full potential is essential for the long-term success of both Lumen and our customers.

The Role

Intern must be available to work full time (40 hours/week) during the 10-week program. Program dates: May 29 – August 7, 2026. This position is fully remote/work from home in the continental US. US Work Authorization required for this role. Program eligibility is contingent on the candidate's commitment to the entire 10-week program. No exceptions will be made.

Lumen's Network Engineering organization is looking for a Network Engineer Intern to join our amazing team. Intern(s) will interact with Architecture, Planning, Operations, Lab, Systems to analyze, document, and work alongside Network Engineers implementing designs necessary for next generation 911 emergency services solutions including voice and text to 911.

The Main Responsibilities

• Ability to research, document requirements, and define solutions deployed to ensure interoperability and validation of features, functions and behaviors in next generation 911 solutions
• Collaborate with the Voice Network Engineering team to create real time communications solutions or next generation 911 solutions including operational readiness and acceptance testing in both lab and real-world production environments
• Resolves difficult production/interoperability problems by working with cross functional teams and applying advanced engineering and network principles, theories and concepts
• Document technical processes and contribute to internal knowledge bases.
• Participate in team meetings, code reviews, and troubleshooting sessions to enhance development workflows.
• Self-motivated with problem solving capabilities, sense of urgency and accountability

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required qualifications:

• Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, rising senior level education status at the start of the internship.
• Graduating August 2026 – May 2028
• Preferred fields include but not limited to: Electrical Engineer, Computer Science, or Software Engineering related field
• Intern must be able to work 40 hours per week during the 10-week program (May 29 – August 7, 2026)

Proficiency and understanding of:

• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn. Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in agile environments.
• Familiarity with basic telecommunications networking principles (preferred)
• Applies advanced engineering and network principles, theories, concepts and technologies to solve complex problems and issues

Preferred qualifications:

• Enjoys collaboration and works well in fully remote team environment
• Comfortability interacting with different levels of leadership and presenting solutions
• Unafraid to ask questions to find solutions
• Thinks outside the box to challenge the norm
• Works to think of creative solutions to challenging problems

Compensation

Internship compensation ranges depend on each individual’s level of education, geographic location, and experience/qualifications aligned to the role. Hourly based pay range: Min: $31/hour Max: $46/hour

What to Expect Next

Once you complete and submit your application, you will be invited to take part in a virtual assessment. This on-demand assessment allows Lumen to better understand how your skills and experiences align to the internship role. You will receive a separate email invitation (please check your spam folder) within 6 hours of applying. To remain eligible for the summer internship program, be sure to finish the video interview within 5 business days of your application.

Application & Interview Timeline:

• October – First round interviews with top, qualified candidates
• November – Interview panel with work team
• December – All summer 2026 offers will be extended by end of month

Application Deadline: 10/25/2025