Job Description

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, 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. 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. Location: This position is fully remote / work from home in the continental US. Work Authorization: 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. The Main Responsibilities Lumen’s Enterprise Operations organization is looking for a DevOps Engineer Intern on our Network Transformation team. The intern will be responsible for automation of manual tasks as well as software development. You will need a high level of engagement and ability to take initiative, ask questions, learn quickly, and work in a team environment Responsibilities of intern will include Collaborate with senior developers on designing, developing, and testing tools for supporting the network automation infrastructure and applications. Effectively manage and deliver multiple projects to operational stability. Communicate with all stakeholders throughout a project to gain clarification of requirements, provide project status, identify gaps, identify issues, discuss schedules. Support existing applications and procedures. Write documentation to support applications and processes. Implement assigned projects via continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and Agile methodology. Install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot third party software along with custom internal applications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to gain hands-on experience working in a fast-paced environment with great opportunities for growth. Required Qualifications What We Look For in a Candidate Enrolled at a 4-year accredited college or university, rising senior or masters level education status at the start of the internship. Graduating August 2026 – May 2028 Preferred fields include but not limited to: CIS, Data Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related IT field. Proficiency And Understanding Of Hands-on development experience with backend languages like Java and/or Python and databases such as SQL/MongoDB/Oracle. Experience with NodeJS is desirable. Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML/CSS, Django, and JavaScript. (React/jQuery/Angular are desirable.) Familiarity working in Windows and Linux environments, including file structures, grep, and basic shell scripting. Understanding of XML, JSON, and data structure fundamentals. Familiarity with Agile methodology of development. Familiarity with code version control, git (or similar. Ansible Continuous improvement mindset and the ability to analyze business processes to identify process improvements and optimization. Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred qualifications Strong drive for results/solutions and taking initiative to resolve problems Strong Tech background and desire to learn more in the tech realm Ability to be resourceful and adaptable,- independently and in a team environment Ability to collaborate and have agility while making effective decisions Knowledgeable about containerization technologies like Docker/Kubernetes is desirable. Flexible and adapts well to change Continuous improvement mindset and the ability to analyze business processes to identify process improvements and optimization Knowledge of networking concepts such as DNS, routing, and connectivity troubleshooting. Knowledge of L2/L3 networking protocols such as MPLS, BGP, 802.1q, and TCP/IP is a plus . Exposure to Microsoft Azure, Copilot, and Power Automate is a plus 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 candidate November – Interview panel with work team December – All Summer 2026 offers will be extended by end of month Requisition #: 340211 Background Screening If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Equal Employment Opportunities We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Disclaimer The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. Application Deadline 10/25/2025