Network & Security Engineer Intern (Onsite)

Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.  

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

JOB SUMMARY:

As part of the Trace3xpereince Program, the Network / Security Engineer Intern will combine technical aptitude, strong communication skills and creative problem solving to support our Network Engineering Team in architecting solutions for our customers. The Network SE Intern will have a chance to channel passion and enthusiasm while learning the practical application of concepts. Interns will work directly with customers and gain hands up experience and exposure into their environments. Interns in this program will receive accelerated professional development, exposure to all technical functions of an IT Consulting organization, world-class mentoring, and unique networking opportunities across the organization.  

***Position will require intern to be located by our Grand Rapids, MI office for in person training during the summer of 2025.***

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN:

• Assist in eliminating barriers to provide technically accurate solutions to customers
• Assist in creating documentation to streamline solution delivery with strategic vendors
• Help in creating technically accurate bill of materials using vendor tools
• Assist in the build and maintenance of product demonstration using demo lab
• Understand customer requirements and document findings during scoping conversations
• Gain working knowledge of strategic vendor portfolio and tools
• Communicate with sales teams
• Assist with client and sales team questions regarding solutions
• Conduct technical research (online, telephone or documentation)
• Support troubleshooting system configuration conflicts

ELIGIBILITY AND PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Enrollment in the Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate or graduate degree program, at an accredited college or university
• Understands or has an interest in learning: Aruba, Juniper, Clearpass, Palo Alto Networks (PAN), Cisco, Fortinet
• Want to learn or has a security focused technical skillset, understanding of firewalls, networking concepts (subnets, protocols, routing, ACLS)
• Passion around networking and security
• Candidates should be pursuing a field of study applicable to the Solutions Engineer Internship
• Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or better; People and Organizational Health may require a copy of the applicant’s transcript
• Academic or professional/internship experience working in a professional setting is a plus
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accepts direction on given assignments
• Self-motivated individuals with a customer mindset and desire to help people
• Enthusiasm for technical problem solving, with attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Ability to learn and research in a dynamic and engaging environment
• Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the12-week summer internship
• Ability to commute to the Trace3 Grand Rapids office (this position will require the intern to be in person)

The Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.