Information Technology Internship (Virtual)
Information Technology Internship (Virtual)
Program Overview:
Are you an innovative, forward-thinker who would like to make an impact within the telecommunications industry? Comcast’s Central Division is seeking dynamic, self-motivated interns who have a strong passion to drive the age of innovation during an immersive summer experience with us!
Our paid 11-week paid internship program gives interns hands-on experience working with various groups across multiple office locations within Comcast’s Central Division. As a member of the team, you will gain invaluable knowledge of the industry, be a part of our diverse and welcoming culture, and receive exposure to other areas of the business.
Your experience will also include:
· Engagement & Exposure: Creativity, ingenuity, and innovation is the name of the game! As you get an inside look into the day-to-day operations of a cutting-edge media and technology company, you’ll work on creative, innovative, and thought-provoking projects with various business units. With many exhilarating experiences built into one internship, you will have the opportunity to take center stage and showcase your summer projects during the final Intern Showcase.
· Professional Development & Fun: You will have the opportunity to network with fellow interns through social activities, community building, and Intern Experience Days. Our 11-week internship program maintains a strong focus on professional growth and development. Interns will have the opportunity to be a part of a multitude of professional development sessions over the course of their summer. Through ULearn activities, like speaker series and skill-building workshops, you’ll jump-start your professional development. In addition, collaborative activities with your cohort of interns and networking opportunities with senior leaders will all be major aspects of the summer program.
Role Overview:
The Information Technology interns will assist full time project coordinators and managers on a variety of projects within the business. Prepare to be engaged in thought-provoking projects, experience a cutting-edge organization from the inside, gain professional development skills and have access to a wide range of mentorship and networking opportunities.
Comcast has multiple internship opportunities and your responsibilities will vary; functional areas may include but not limited to:
· Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning
· Application Development
· Quality Assurance
· Information Security
· Systems Management Automation/Infrastructure
· Big Data Analysis
· Project Management/Business Analysis
· Process Improvement
· Telecommunications
Basic Qualifications/Requirements:
· Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a United States-based college or university
· Authorized to work in the United States of America
· Ability to work a minimum of 35 hours per week over 11 weeks
· Strong interest in the telecommunications, cable and media industries
· Regular, consistent and punctual attendance
· Ability to work independently and in group settings
Preferred Qualifications/Background:
· Prior business exposure through internships, work experiences, or campus organizations
· Currently pursuing a major in: Computer Science, Information Systems, Software or Computer Engineering, Digital Media, Technology or a related field
· Programming languages (Java, ASP.NET, Perl, Python, PHP, JavaScript, Ruby, SQL)
· Relational database Management system (SQL Server)
· Operating systems (Linux/Unix)
· Markup language (CSS, HTML)
· Security (Network Intrusion Detection, IDS/IPS, Vulnerability, Malware, Firewalls)
· Networking
· Reporting/Data (Cognos BI, ClickFox CEA and Genesys Advisor, Microsoft SQL)
· Scripting (Linux/Unix Shell)
· GUI design, human computer interaction, information architecture