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Leidos

Transport Network Engineer Intern

Shiloh, IL · On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

This internship is based on-site at Scott AFB, Illinois. All work must be performed on site - no ... Optical networking concepts (e.g., SONET, DWDM). * Using ITSM or ticketing systems like ServiceNow.

Leidos

Network Engineering & Operations Intern

Shiloh, IL · Hybrid

$48K - $86K/yr

You won't be working on a test network; you will be performing real tasks on the live, global ... This internship is basedon-site at Scott AFB, Illinois.All work must be performed on site - no ...

Leidos

Network Impact Assessment (NIA) Intern

Shiloh, IL · On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

Leidos, a leading defense, intelligence, and technology company, is seeking motivated and aspiring technology students for our Summer 2027 Internship Program (Starts May 2027). As a Network Impact ...

Leidos

Network Impact Assessment (NIA) Intern

Shiloh, IL · On-site

$48K - $86K/yr

Are you interested in seeing how a global network supports critical military missions? As a member ... This internship is basedon-site at Scott AFB, Illinois.All work must be performed on site - no ...

Gelber Group

Computer Networking Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

IT Network/Infrastructure Internship What we are looking for: Gelber Group is looking for a motivated candidate to join its Network and Infrastructure team for summer 2013. We are looking for someone ...

Gelber Group

Computer Networking Intern

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

IT Network/Infrastructure Internship What we are looking for: Gelber Group is looking for a motivated candidate to join its Network and Infrastructure team for summer 2013. We are looking for someone ...

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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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