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Spectrum

Charlotte / Global

2027 Summer Intern: Database Engineer I

Job Description

Spectrum Internship ExperienceThis role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.At a GlanceYou're a motivated student with a current 3.0 GPA or higher currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology from an accredited college or university.This is a paid, full-time, 11-week internship designed to give you real-world experience and meaningful exposure to the telecommunications industry in your chosen field.Internship program runs from May 26 through August 6, 2027.In addition to role-specific projects, you'll take part in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, mentorship and experiences that help you grow personally and professionally.Throughout the summer, you'll contribute to meaningful work, strengthen your skills and have opportunities to:Grow your skills in a dynamic, innovative business environment.Build connections with team members and senior leaders who can help you better understand our business and what it's like to work here.Learn from a mentor, who can provide guidance, support and career advice.What you can expect in this roleAs a Spectrum intern, you'll spend the summer working alongside two teams: your respective department and your intern cohort.Department and team-focused projects account for about 80% of your schedule. You'll spend the other 20% on internship experiences that include a kickoff conference, professional development sessions and networking activities, webinars, community service, cross-functional projects and final presentations.This experience is designed to help you explore your interests, expand your network and leave with a deeper understanding of both your field and the impact of our business.Internship responsibilities may include:The team supports enterprise database environments across on-premises and cloud platforms through administration, lifecycle management, security, engineering, automation, and analytics. The intern will rotate through various teams to gain hands-on experience with database provisioning, performance tuning, security compliance, and cloud operations. Exposure includes data warehouse support, business intelligence, machine learning, and automation tools. This role provides practical experience and insight into how database and data teams collaborate to support and optimize critical business data systems in a cross-functional environment.Assist DBA teams in Oracle, SQL Server, and NoSQL environments with tuning, capacity review, troubleshooting, and provisioning.Support database lifecycle tasks including provisioning, patching, upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning.Participate in database security activities, vulnerability management, and audit support (PCI/SOX).Gain experience in data warehouse and cloud operations, including AWS Redshift, scripting, monitoring, and deployments.Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and automation teams on POCs, dashboards, APIs, machine learning, and automation with Ansible/Nebula.Required QualificationsMust be a rising senior with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028Must be currently enrolled in an accredited College or University completing a bachelor's degreeMust have at least a 3.0 GPA or greater in current programAbility to travel locally to Spectrum intern development events and activities throughout the programAuthorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorshipPreferred QualificationsBasic understanding of computers, data, and technology concepts, with an interest in learning about databases and enterprise systems.Introductory knowledge of SQL, Python, or another scripting language.Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar tools, especially for documenting work, organizing information, and communicating clearly.Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and willingness to ask questions and learn from multiple technical teams.Ability to work collaboratively, follow instructions, manage assigned tasks, and adapt to new tools and technologies quickly.Here, our employees don't just have jobs, they're building careers. That's why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life. A qualified applicant's criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.Get to Know Us Charter Communications provides superior communication and entertainment products for residential and business customers through the Spectrum brand. Our offerings include Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice. Beyond our connectivity solutions, we also provide local news, programming and regional sports via Spectrum Networks and multiscreen advertising solutions via Spectrum Reach. When you join our team, you'll be keeping our customers connected to what matters most in 41 states across the U.S.
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