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When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.

What you’ll be doing… 

This Co-Op position, which is part of the Verizon Campus Program, will give you a chance to channel your drive and enthusiasm as part of a 6-month rotation from June 24, 2024 to December 14, 2024 working a full-time schedule. You’ll be front and center, hands-on, and contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects from the moment you arrive. 

From internships and co-ops to leadership development programs and entry-level roles, Verizon’s award-winning Campus program allows you to take the next step toward shaping your future. Our Campus program has been recognized with awards like WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs and RippleMatch’s Campus Forward Award. Why the accolades? It’s easy. We quickly immerse our co-ops in meaningful work and projects that deliver tangible business impact. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to network with V Teamers across the globe, find mentors, and establish meaningful friendships that could last a lifetime. Start here and go anywhere, with opportunities across the business. When students like you join the V Team, our network becomes even stronger.

As a Co-Op with the Product Security team, some of the projects you may work on could enhance your skills in one or more of the following areas: 

  • 5G Technology.
  • NFV (Network Functions Virtualization).
  • Using network analysis equipment to ensure network quality and regulatory standards at our network tower locations.
  • Developing, solution design, and architecture for end-to-end Security and Network products.
  • Developing new products and incremental features as well as overall lifecycle management of the existing platforms, products, and services.
  • Integrating the Cybersecurity platform capabilities into Verizon’s key network-based products like Private Networks, IOT, MEC, and even Consumer/SMB security.
  • Working with cloud-based services in Security and Networking like Managed Detect and Response, SASE, Zero Trust, DDoS, Security Gateways, WAFs, SDP, etc.
  • Ideating, collaborating, designing, and architecting managed security products working with internally developed solutions and vendor solutions.
  • Working in an agile environment across stakeholder organizations (including Software Development teams, Product Management, Product Engineering, Security Operations, Network Design teams, Back office systems, Customers, Sales, and Partners).
  • Partnering with stakeholder organizations to define and align product roadmaps, priority, and delivery dates.
  • Working with the product and delivery teams to collaboratively drive new solutions, and proof of concepts and help drive the architectural direction of the solution.
  • Working on complex projects, under supervision, on end-to-end software design and devising solutions to a diverse range of complex problems, and also collaborating with stakeholders and development teams (internal and external) to ensure successful implementation of new or enhanced functionality for the product.
  • Providing solutions to technical issues associated with radio frequency engineering products.
  • Interacting with engineering, product groups, and finance to design and implement cost-effective solutions for a wireless network. 
  • Collaborating with team members to analyze and evaluate options to optimize network coverage to improve our customer's experience.
  • Understanding wireless technology on a deeper protocol and procedures level and its applications (use cases).


You must be currently enrolled in a qualifying bachelor’s degree program at Northeastern University and be in good academic standing to be considered.

This Co-Op position will be based out of San Jose, CA, and follow a hybrid work schedule as set by the manager, including work from home and intentional in-person days. If relocation is required, relocation assistance may be available. 

If you are interested in other roles in addition to this one, please submit your application to those postings to be considered.

What we’re looking for...

You’re a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you’re always trying to perform at your personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.

You’ll need to have:

  • Ability to participate in our 6-month co-op that takes place from June 24, 2024 to December 14, 2024 working a full-time schedule.
  • Current enrollment in a Northeastern University Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a related major with an expected completion date between December 2024 and June 2025. 
  • Authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship.
  • Willingness to travel and work in an assigned Verizon office.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

  • Previous Internship or Co-Op experience.
  • Completed coursework in calculus, physics, and/or probability/statistics.
  • Experience with data analytics, data science, and computer programming for analysis and automation.
  • Demonstrated independent thinking, relationship management, and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated strong analytical, communication, leadership, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-moving, team environment.


If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. 

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island or Washington work location, the compensation range for this position is between $0.00 and $0.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

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