Thurgood Marshall Immersion Program : Network Performance Summer Internship 2026

When you join Verizon

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.

What you'll be doing...

This posting is for students attending the Thurgood Marshall Immersion Program in Basking Ridge, NJ. Candidates interested in opportunities who are not attending the Thurgood Marshall Immersion Program at Verizon in Basking Ridge, NJ should search and apply to other roles here : www.verizon.com / campus .

From internships and co-ops to leadership development programs and entry-level roles, becoming part of Verizon's award-winning Campus program is a great step toward shaping your future. Join a program that's been recognized with awards such as WayUp's Top 100 Internship Programs, and RippleMatch's Campus Forward Award. Why the accolades? It's easy : we immerse you in meaningful experiences and projects that deliver tangible business impact. Working with us, you'll have the opportunity to network with V Teamers across the globe, find mentors, and establish meaningful relationships to last a lifetime. When you join the V Team, our network becomes even stronger. #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 Walnut Creek, CA. 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.

If you are interested in other roles and locations in addition to this one, please submit your application to those postings as well to be considered.

What we're looking for...

You're a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you're always trying to perform at your personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.

You'll need to have :

Ability to participate in our hybrid 10-week internship that takes place from June 2026 to August 2026 working a full-time schedule.

Attendance at the Thurgood Marshall Immersion Program at Verizon in Basking Ridge and currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Science or related majors with a 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.

Even better if you have one or more of the following :

Engineering major.

Coursework or demonstrated experience in waveforms and radio frequency spectrum.

Experience with telecommunications.

Demonstrated strong written and communication skills.

Experience in Microsoft Office and / or Google Suite.

Knowledge of data analytics and data visualization, coding and scripting (Python, SQL).

Knowledge of filters and signal modulation.

Knowledge of WIFI, wireless or modern communication networks.

Understanding of radio signal propagation (Industry Ex : Planet EV, Atoll).

Knowledge of electromagnetics and optics.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is between $23.00 / hour - $31.00 / hour. The base pay rate will vary depending on your role and class year.

Where you'll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

In addition to building your skills and experiences, you will be eligible to participate in our robust 401(k) Savings Plan which provides a dollar-for-dollar company match on the first 6% of your contributions as a percentage of your eligible pay. You will also be eligible for holiday pay, as applicable.