Lumen is the trusted network for the AI‑powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high‑performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI‑ready connectivity, join us today.

Build What’s Next at Lumen

Lumen’s paid, 10-week summer internship program gives you meaningful work, mentorship, professional development, and connections with peers and leaders.

To help you find the best fit, explore the pathway roles:

AI & Automation Builders
AI Product & Business Innovation

Cybersecurity, Risk & Digital Trust
Data, Analytics & Decision Science
Enterprise Knowledge & Intelligence Systems

Each pathway connects you with multiple roles that share related skills and interests, so you can discover more ways to build what’s next at Lumen.

One Application, Multiple Opportunities

Apply once to be considered for multiple internships that use data, analytics, and informed decision-making to solve business challenges. As you move through the process, you’ll meet hiring teams and explore assignments aligned with your interests and strengths.

Your Impact

Data becomes valuable when it leads to better decisions and action. In the roles you may be considered for, you’ll turn complex information into insights that help teams understand performance, identify opportunities, and solve business challenges.

Assignments may span analytics, reporting, forecasting, business intelligence, strategy, operations, finance, marketing, or workforce planning—giving you a chance to build dashboards, uncover trends, and translate findings into clear recommendations.

What You May Work On

• Analyze customer, operational, financial, or workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that help leaders make informed business decisions
• Support forecasting, strategic planning, and performance measurement initiatives
• Partner with stakeholders to translate data into actionable recommendations and business insights
• Explore opportunities to improve efficiency and decision-making through analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions

What You’ll Bring

We're seeking students who are energized by solving problems, asking questions, and continuously learning.

Successful candidates often demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Curiosity and intellectual curiosity
• Problem-solving ability and sound judgment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and complex challenges
• Interest in data, analytics, technology, AI, or business strategy
• Initiative, adaptability, and a growth mindset

Prior experience with analytics, statistics, visualization tools, programming languages, research methods, or business analysis may be helpful, but is not required.

Education & Eligibility

You must be enrolled at an accredited college or university at the time of the internship. We primarily seek rising seniors graduating between August 2027 and June 2028; students graduating in 2029 may also be considered.

Students from a variety of academic backgrounds may be a strong fit, including:

• Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, or Mathematics
• Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration
• Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering

Students from other disciplines with demonstrated analytical abilities and an interest in data-driven problem solving are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation

Intern pay ranges: $26–$46 per hour.

Compensation is based on your academic level, role classification (technical vs. non-technical), experience, and geographic location.

Learn more about Lumen's:

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Selection Process

We believe potential matters as much as experience. During the selection process, we’ll consider how you approach problems, communicate ideas, learn, collaborate, show business curiosity, and demonstrate initiative and growth potential.

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Life at Lumen

Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI‑focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.

To learn more about Life at Lumen and how we live the Lumen 8, please visit:
https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/life-at-lumen

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Privacy Notice

Lumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. Our Applicant Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect applicant information, as well as how individuals may request access to or deletion of their personal data.

To review Lumen’s Global Employment Applicant and Talent Community Privacy Notice, please visit:
https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

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