Under the guidance of the telecommunications supervisor and the network engineer team, the telecom engineering intern assists in enterprise technical engineering and support, as well as network and project based activities. Working in collaboration with the Telecommunications team and stakeholders, this intern assists in the design, management, operation, and maintenance of VELCO's telecommunication networks and related interfaces that provide critical communication services to VELCO, Vermont's distribution utilities, and other related stakeholders.

The intern assists in and helps facilitate network design and planning and integration support functions, such as troubleshooting, analysis, research, debugging and problem solving and appropriately engages in the technical activities of the telecommunication systems administration support team, including upgrading and disaster recovery plans. **
Primary Purpose**
To work closely with our network engineering team to assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of our telecommunications infrastructure on capital project. Gain practical experience in telecom network engineering. Opportunity to contribute to real-world projects and initiatives. **
Responsibilities**
• Learns to monitor and conduct trend analysis for telecommunication networks to proactively identify performance issues ensuring highest availability of critical networks.
• Collaborates with and supports all members of the Telecommunications Group.
• Develops a diversified knowledge of carrier class telecommunication engineering practices and standards in system designs and operation.
• Gains understanding of telecommunication transport technologies. **
Education & Experience**
Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Preference will be given to students who have accumulated two years of pertinent part-time experience. **
Knowledge/Skills**
• Familiarity with electrical engineering, computer science concepts
• Experience with network security, firewalling, related protocol analysis and SNMP is desirable
• Strong technical skills and ability to troubleshoot computer hardware and software issues
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and relational databases
• Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Open-mindedness, strong communication and problem-solving skills

Physical/Mental Demands
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.

• VELCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

• Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate.

• Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us.

• Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference check, background check, physical examination, drug screening, and documentation of Covid-19 vaccination unless candidate qualifies for a vaccine exemption.

• VELCO's headquarters are located in Rutland, Vermont. This internship is primarily on site with some occasional remote work.

• If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process please reach out.