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Intern - Network Technician

Evergy
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JOB TITLE: Intern - Network Technician

REQUISITION:  INF00DR

DEPARTMENT: 801 Charlotte, Wichita Service Center, or BNSF Building

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO

                              Topeka, KS

                              Wichita, KS

PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $26.00 / Hour

 

Internship Position for Summer 2026.

 

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Other hours as required) 

It's never too early to start searching for your dream career. If you're ready to apply the principles you've been learning at school in the real world, Evergy is the place for you. Hands-on experience is what our internship programs are all about. Our programs offer students an opportunity to gain insight and meaningful experience while also allowing us to identify talented prospective employees. Many of our interns go on to develop successful careers at Evergy.

As an intern, you'll have real responsibilities, and you'll work on productive assignments with actual business interactions. We know that you work hard, so we help you play hard while you are here. We provide a number of intern events throughout the summer to burn some extra energy, including volunteer events, power plant tours, lunch and learns, and more

 

Intern Description:

We are seeking a motivated Network Technician Intern to join our IT team, assisting in the maintenance and optimization of our network infrastructure. The intern will gain hands-on experience with Cisco equipment, and various tools supporting the monitoring, troubleshooting, automation and enhancement of network systems critical to our electric utility operations.

 

Job tasks include but not limited to:

  • Assist in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls under the guidance of senior technicians.
  • Monitor network performance using various tools to identify and report anomalies or potential issues.
  • Utilize Splunk to analyze log data, generate reports, and assist in identifying security or performance trends.
  • Document network configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps to maintain accurate records.
  • Collaborate with the IT team to implement network upgrades, patches, and security measures.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on network optimization and infrastructure improvements.

 

Education and Experience Requirements:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university or technical program in one of the following or a related technical field: Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems. Must have a basic understanding of network concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and switching). Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interest in leaning network monitoring and analytics tools and techniques. 

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

  • Must have a basic understanding of network concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, and switching). 
  • Must be dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented and have excellent organizational and proofreading skills. 
  • Must possess the ability to work and communicate effectively with other company personnel.
  • Exposure to Cisco IOS or other network operating system preferred. 

 

Working Conditions:

Normal office working conditions with the occasional need to lift and move equipment up to 50lbs. Occasional travel to field locations and on-site plant work which require the ability to stand for long periods of time, walk up and down flights of stairs, and wear required personal protective equipment. 

 

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

 

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.