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UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking a talented and highly motivated, part-time Network Automation & Infrastructure Intern to join the Enterprise Network Security & Engineering team, a unit within UFIT for 2026 (Spring, Summer, and Fall 2026 Semesters). This year-long, paid internship is designed to provide students currently enrolled in college an opportunity to learn practical skills and gain experience to propel them into a successful career in Information Technology.
Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other dedicated employees focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.
This position is part of the Enterprise Network Security and Engineering (ENSE) team, a group responsible for designing, securing, and maintaining UF’s core network infrastructure. The intern will work closely with senior engineers on projects that modernize and automate network operations. The intern will also assist in the development and automation of network infrastructure tasks using Python, Ansible, and other scripting languages.
The primary work location is the Ayers Innovation Center, a collaborative space that fosters innovation and technical excellence across UFIT.
Some key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:
- Have a solid understanding of data serialization formats like JSON/YAML/TOML
- Support configuration management and version control using Git/Gitlab
- Have a base understanding of generic networking principles such as TCP/IP subnetting, routing, switching, DHCP/DNS/IPAM
- Proficient in the use of documentation tools to document network architecture, workflows, and security policies
- Participate in testing and validation of network changes in lab environments through automation tools
- Collaborate with senior engineers on infrastructure modernization and code-based tooling
- Analyze network performance data and assist in reporting and visualization
Some key learning outcomes for the student intern are:
- Gain hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering and security
- Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects
About UF Information Technology
Led by Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the eight departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.
About the University of Florida
One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida’s West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
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The ideal candidate will possess the following education, experience, and skills:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Have an understanding of version control (Git), CI/CD systems (Gitlab), and containerzation (Docker)
- Familiarity with network management protocols such as SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, gNMI/gRPC
- Exposure to network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts is a plus
- Exposure to single page application JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React) is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
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