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How much do temporary network administrator intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary network administrator intern in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Network Administrator Intern vs Network Technician?

AspectTemporary Network Administrator InternNetwork Technician
CredentialsBasic IT certifications, coursework in networkingRelevant certifications like CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, educational focusEntry-level, operational, hands-on network support
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, IT departments, internshipsIT service providers, corporate networks, maintenance roles

The Temporary Network Administrator Intern typically focuses on learning and assisting with network management under supervision, often as part of an internship. In contrast, a Network Technician performs more hands-on network troubleshooting and maintenance with a clearer scope of responsibilities. Both roles require foundational networking knowledge, but the intern role emphasizes training and development, while the technician role emphasizes practical support tasks.

What does a Temporary Network Administrator Intern do?

A Temporary Network Administrator Intern assists IT teams in managing and maintaining computer networks within an organization for a limited period, often during summer or when extra support is needed. Their responsibilities typically include troubleshooting network issues, monitoring network performance, setting up hardware and software, and ensuring network security. Interns gain practical experience by working under the supervision of experienced IT staff, learning industry tools, and supporting daily operations. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates who want hands-on experience in network administration.

What types of projects or responsibilities can a Temporary Network Administrator Intern expect to handle during their internship?

As a Temporary Network Administrator Intern, you can expect to work on a range of hands-on tasks such as monitoring network performance, assisting with troubleshooting connectivity issues, and helping to configure routers, switches, or firewalls. Interns often support routine maintenance, documentation, and user support requests under the supervision of experienced administrators. This role typically offers exposure to real-world network environments, collaboration with IT staff, and opportunities to learn industry-standard tools and protocols, providing a valuable foundation for a future career in network administration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Network Administrator Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Network Administrator Intern, you need a foundational understanding of networking concepts, troubleshooting, and IT support, typically supported by coursework in computer science or information technology. Familiarity with network monitoring tools, basic command-line utilities, and exposure to systems like Cisco, Windows Server, or Linux are valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring reliable network operations and seamless support within an organization's IT environment.
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Infographic showing various Temporary Network Administrator Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,995 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

IT Specialist (Network) (Network Administrator)

Office of the Chief Information Officer

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$118K - $172K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


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Summary
This position is located in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of the Chief Information Officer.
If you do not meet any of the categories listed below, you may wish to apply under announcement 26-HUD-12971024-P which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.
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HUD's Mission
The mission of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is to foster strong communities by supporting access to quality, affordable housing, expanding the housing supply, and unlocking homeownership opportunities for the American people. The Department is committed to furthering the promise of self-sufficiency in every American while promoting economic development to revitalize rural, tribal, and urban communities across the country.
This position is located in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). This mission of OCIO is to enable delivery of HUD programs, services, and management processes by providing high-quality information technology (IT) solutions and services. The strategic goals of OCIO are to: rapidly modernize HUD's information technology to support key business initiatives; transform the information technology infrastructure to adapt to and adopt emerging technologies; develop a cadre of highly capable IT professionals with mission critical competencies needed to meet the Department's goals; and provide secure, rapid, and reliable data and information to our customers.
As a IT Specialist (Network) (Network Administrator), you will:
  • Develop, interpret, and apply information security and information assurance policies, principles, procedures, and best practices in the use and delivery of IT networking and related systems and services throughout the system life cycle.
  • Troubleshoot and assist customers with network-related issues and problems via Help Desk trouble ticketing systems, complaints received via email, verbal, or other communications channels.

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Conditions of employment
Candidates will be selected for a job assigned to one of the official duty stations listed in this announcement. Failure to report to duty at the location for which the candidate is selected may be grounds for a disciplinary action, including removal.
Key Requirements:
  • Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
  • A probationary or trial period may be required. Continued employment is contingent upon supervisory certification that continued employment will benefit the Federal Service; the certification will occur no less than 30 days before the end of the probationary/trial period.
  • Must successfully complete a background investigation.
  • Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required.
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form i-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
  • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
  • Please refer to "Additional Information Section for additional Conditions of Employment."

Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
Specialized Experience: For the GS-13 grade level, you must have one year (52 full weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service.
Specialized Experience
for this position includes:
  • Supporting information technology activities for an organization (i.e., local, wide area networks, and cloud network environments in support of an enterprise infrastructure, security infrastructure, Enterprise applications, Network files and print services, User account access associated rights and privileges, and operating systems); AND
  • Isolating and defining issues or conditions in systems and networks-resolving critical problems in systems and networks, and developing new approaches and techniques for use by others; AND
  • Providing technical and authoritative IT support and project management.

Time-in-Grade: In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable:
For the GS-13 you must have been at the GS-12 level for 52 weeks.
Time After Competitive Appointment: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment.
In addition to specialized experience, individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.
  1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
  3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
  4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
OTHER INFORMATION:
  • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
  • Relocation expenses will not be paid.
  • Relocation incentive will not be paid.
  • Recruitment incentive will not be paid.
  • This is a bargaining unit position.
  • This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
  • HUD offers alternative and flexible work schedules.
  • This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies for similar positions across HUD. During the online application process, you will be asked to specify if you would like your application information shared with other hiring managers in the Program Office listed in this announcement or in other HUD Program Offices. Opting to share your application information will not impact your application for this announcement, nor will it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONTINUED):
HUD employees are subject to a number of government-wide and HUD specific ethics laws and regulations, including restrictions on working in a real estate related business, and having Section 8 tenants, along with other prohibited interests and activities. To review applicable ethics rules and HUD specific restrictions, please visit https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/general_counsel/ethics.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:
If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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