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Leidos

Transport Network Engineer Intern

Shiloh, IL · On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

As a Transport Network Engineer Intern, you will join our Digital Sector on the Global Solutions ... prior internships involving network hardware or troubleshooting. * Familiarity with: * Optical ...

Leidos

Transport Network Engineer Intern

Shiloh, IL · On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

As aTransport Network Engineer Intern, you will join ourDigital Sectoron the Global Solutions ... prior internships involving network hardware or troubleshooting. * Familiarity with: * Optical ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer Intern

Lombard, IL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Job Type Internship Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Construction Engineering Intern to join our team. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer Intern

Lombard, IL

$20 - $30/hr

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction engineering, project management, and fieldwork. The intern will assist in a variety of tasks related to the ...

SWE Solutions

Construction Engineer Intern

Lombard, IL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in construction engineering, project management, and fieldwork. The intern will assist in a variety of tasks related to the ...

tms

Software Engineer Intern

Chicago, IL

$20/hr

The tms Summer Internship Program aims to do just that. Each year, we seek to build an inclusive ... INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY Software Engineer Intern: As part of tms technology team, this intern will ...

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Socket.dev

Platform Engineer Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$147.50 - $202.50/hr

As a Platform Engineer Intern , you will be part of our advanced technology team focused on ... What to expect during the internship... * Meaningful projects: You'll receive a challenging project ...

IBM

Data Engineer Intern 2027

Chicago, IL

For many, it started with an internship. As an IBM intern, you won't just gain experience - you'll ... Receive mentorship from diverse professionals in science, engineering, and consulting, applying ...

IBM

Data Engineer Intern 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

For many, it started with an internship. As an IBM intern, you won't just gain experience - you'll ... Receive mentorship from diverse professionals in science, engineering, and consulting, applying ...

IBM

Data Engineer Intern 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

For many, it started with an internship. As an IBM intern, you won't just gain experience - you'll ... Receive mentorship from diverse professionals in science, engineering, and consulting, applying ...

IBM

For many, it started with an internship. As an IBM intern, you won't just gain experience - you'll ... Receive mentorship from diverse professionals in science, engineering, and consulting, applying ...

IBM

Data Engineer Intern 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

For many, it started with an internship. As an IBM intern, you won't just gain experience - you'll ... Receive mentorship from diverse professionals in science, engineering, and consulting, applying ...

DRW

Platform Engineer Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$175K/yr

As a Platform Engineer Intern , you will be part of our advanced technology team focused on ... What to expect during the internship... * Meaningful projects: You'll receive a challenging project ...

SAP

SAP iXp Intern - AI Engineer

Naperville, IL · On-site

About the SAP Internship Experience Program The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP's global ... SAP iXp Intern - AI Engineer Intern (Customer Success) Location: Naperville, IL Internship Duration ...

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What is the difference between Internship Optical Engineer Intern vs Optical Engineer?

AspectInternship Optical Engineer InternOptical Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of optical engineering, physics, or related programBachelor's or higher in optical engineering, physics, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in R&D labs or manufacturing facilitiesFull-time professional setting, including design, testing, and development
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies offering entry-level or training roles in opticsEstablished role in industries like telecommunications, aerospace, and consumer electronics

The Internship Optical Engineer Intern is a temporary, entry-level position designed for students or recent graduates gaining practical experience. In contrast, an Optical Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing, testing, and implementing optical systems. The internship provides foundational exposure, while the optical engineer role involves advanced responsibilities and career development.

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Transport Network Engineer Intern

Leidos

Shiloh, IL • On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 500 rated business services

Job description

Leidos, a leading defense, intelligence, and technology company, is seeking motivated and aspiring engineering students for our Summer 2027 Internship Program (Starts May 2027). As a Transport Network Engineer Intern, you will join our Digital Sector on the Global Solutions Management - Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at Scott AFB, IL. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting the core transport layer of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) in direct support of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
Your Opportunity:
Are you interested in the hardware and optical systems that form the backbone of a global network? As a member of our Operational Engineering team, you will be embedded directly with the engineers responsible for the health and performance of the DISN's transport infrastructure. You will learn how to troubleshoot complex optical platforms, support network upgrades, and analyze traffic to ensure the reliability of critical military communications.
What You'll Do (Potential Projects & Learning Opportunities):
  • Assist senior engineers in the design, development, and modification of network management systems.
  • Gain hands-on experience by supporting the deployment of new network hardware (shelves, cards) on operational nodes.
  • Learn to monitor network changes, analyze traffic behavior, and identify potential impacts to network stability.
  • Assist in performing fault isolation and troubleshooting across various transport platforms (e.g., SONET, DWDM, TDM).
  • Develop skills in maintaining accurate and detailed documentation in ServiceNow ITSM.
  • Support Authorized Service Interruption (ASI) activities by helping to collect site and device data to schedule maintenance.

What You'll Bring (Required):
  • Citizenship & Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.
  • Education: Currently pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Technical Foundation: A foundational understanding of basic networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, OSI model) and a strong desire to learn about optical transport systems.
  • Analytical Mindset: A proactive approach to problem-solving, a keen attention to detail, and strong analytical skills.
  • Teamwork: A collaborative attitude with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Location: This internship is based on-site at Scott AFB, Illinois. All work must be performed on site - no teleworking opportunities. Candidates must be in the St. Louis Metro area and have their own transportation.

What We Want (Desired):
  • Certifications: Obtaining a CompTIA Security+ certification (or any certification that aligns with DoD 8570 IAT Level II) before the start date is strongly encouraged.
  • Hands-On Experience: Experience from home labs, class projects, or prior internships involving network hardware or troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with:
    • Optical networking concepts (e.g., SONET, DWDM).
    • Using ITSM or ticketing systems like ServiceNow.
    • Working in a team-based, operational environment.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
August 26, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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