Intern – Network Infrastructure & Automation Engineering
Durham, NC - USA
Job Summary
Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers patients researchers pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science data technology and laboratory network we advance diagnostics accelerate innovation and help address some of the worlds most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare we are leveraging advanced technologies intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise youll have the opportunity to do meaningful work grow your career and make a real impact on peoples health around the world. Together were improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a Network Infrastructure & Automation Engineering Intern to join our Enterprise Infrastructure team located in Durham NC with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule!
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 40hrs per week
Job Responsibilities:
- Learning how enterprise data center networks are designed and operated using Arista EOS and CloudVision-as-a-Service
- Exploring Infrastructure-as-Code and Network-as-Code concepts using Ansible and Arista AVD
- Building and testing network validation using Arista ANTA
- Developing scripts or automation to eliminate repetitive operational tasks
- Learning how application traffic is delivered through Citrix NetScaler VPX
- Working with enterprise DNS DHCP IP address management and NTP services
- Exploring network telemetry packet visibility and analytics using platforms such as ExtraHop and Arista DMF
- Learning how infrastructure changes are developed reviewed version-controlled tested and deployed
- Working with Bitbucket Linux APIs YAML JSON and Python-based tooling
- Building dashboards reports or automated infrastructure health checks
- Assisting with infrastructure documentation and operational runbooks
- Participating in troubleshooting exercises and root-cause analysis
- Learning how enterprise infrastructure integrates with security cloud compute and application teams
- Participating in engineering design discussions and change reviews
- Presenting the results of your summer project to engineers and IT leadership
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in a Bachelors degree program in Computer Science Information Technology Computer Engineering Network Engineering Information Systems or Electrical/Computer Engineering
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3-6 months experience in TCP/IP networking Routing and switching Linux
- 3-6 months experience in Python
- 3-6 months experience in Automation or scripting APIs
- 3-6 months experience in Cloud computing Cybersecurity
- 3-6 months experience in Git or source control
Additional Job Standards:
- You may have an opportunity to work with or learn technologies including:
- Data Center Networking - Arista EOS CloudVision as a Service Arista AVD ANTA and DMF
- Application Delivery - NetScaler VPX NetScaler Console and Venafi certificate management
- Core Network Services - Infoblox NIOS DNS DHCP IPAM/DDI public DNS internal DNS NTP and enterprise integrations
- Automation & DevOps - Ansible Bitbucket Linux APIs Infrastructure-as-Code Network-as-Code and automated validation
- Observability - ExtraHop and network telemetry/analytics platforms
- Work directly with senior network and infrastructure engineers
- Participate in architecture and design discussions
- Learn how engineers troubleshoot complex production issues
- Understand enterprise change-management practices
- Receive code and configuration reviews
- Learn how technical decisions are communicated to leadership
- Develop technical documentation and presentation skills
- Explore different career paths within networking automation cloud security and infrastructure engineering
- Example summer projects: Network Automation Automated Network Validation Infrastructure Health Dashboard Configuration Compliance DNS / DHCP Automation Network Observability Infrastructure-as-Code Lab
Join Labcorps 2027 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! Were looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 12-week paid internship where youll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives.
Internship 2027 Dates: May 24 2027-August 13 2027
About the Team:
This internship is designed for a student who wants exposure to how modern large-scale enterprise networks are engineered automated monitored secured and operated. Rather than focusing on a single technology you will work alongside experienced engineers across a diverse technology stack spanning data center networking load balancing DNS/DHCP/IPAM infrastructure automation observability security cloud integrations and network management platforms.
This is a hands-on learning opportunity. You will not simply observe the teamyou will participate in real engineering projects build automation analyze infrastructure improve documentation and help solve problems in a production-scale technology environment.
You will be paired with experienced engineers who will provide mentorship throughout the internship and help you develop both your technical skills and your understanding of enterprise IT engineering.
About the Program:
As a Labcorp intern youll be immersed in hands-on work that complements your academic addition to your project work youll gain valuable exposure to Labcorps global business culture and leadership through:
- Enterprise-wide learning experiences that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp
- Leadership exposure and visibility including direct interaction with senior leaders
- An immersive in-person intern event designed to connect you with peers and deepen your understanding of our mission
- Senior leader speaker sessions offering insights into strategy innovation and career growth
- Continuous opportunities to connect and grow from intern cohort communication channels and LinkedIn Learning resources to professional development sessions and storytelling opportunities that highlight your internship journey
- Connection to Labcorps inclusive culture through engagement with our employee resource groups (ERGs)and values-driven community initiatives
- Dedicated mentoring connections to guide your growth provide career advice and support your internship journey
Internship Details:
- Duration: 12 weeks full-time
- Dates of Internship: May 24 2027-August 13 2027
- Compensation: Paid internship; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Eligibility: Preferred candidates are rising juniors and seniors (Dec 2027 through June 2029 graduation) who are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program; however all current students pursuing related studies are encouraged to apply
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Apply now to launch your career and create real impact for patients worldwide. #FutureofLabcorp
Benefits:Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical Dental Vision Life STD/LTD 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO) Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours Casual Intern and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) more detailed information pleaseclick here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) family or parental status marital civil union or domestic partnership status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression personal appearance age veteran status disability genetic information or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
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About Company
Labcorp helps patients, providers, organizations, and biopharma companies to guide vital healthcare decisions each and every day.