Network Engineering Intern
Bessemer Trust
About the Role
This 10-week program is designed to mirror the experience of a full-time employee, providing hands-on exposure to enterprise networking and a foundation for a future career in technology. You will support senior engineers in managing and optimizing Bessemer Trust’s enterprise network, including WAN/LAN, wireless, SD-WAN, and firewall/security infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing and supporting enterprise network infrastructure across data centers and offices.
- Support configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of:
- Cisco / Meraki and Arista networking components
- Palo Alto firewalls and related security services
- Wireless LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN environments
- Contribute to network automation and orchestration projects using Ansible and Python.
- Help evaluate and integrate emerging networking technologies and tools.
- Document processes, test configurations, and contribute to project deliverables.
- Participate in the review and implementation of firewall/security policies.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in network engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Familiarity with one or more of the following:
- Networking: LAN/WAN, wireless, routing/switching fundamentals, SD-WAN concepts
- Network Devices: Cisco, Meraki, Arista, Palo Alto firewalls
- Cloud & Virtualization: AWS, VMware, hybrid environments
- Automation & Scripting: Ansible and Python
- Bonus skills: familiarity with network monitoring tools, orchestration platforms, or additional programming languages (SQL, JavaScript, C#).
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience with real-world projects.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced data engineers and architects.
- Exposure to the financial services industry and wealth management.
- Networking opportunities within the firm.
Hourly rate: $40.00 - $45.00.
Application deadline: October 6th.