What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2027 - IT Infrastructure Rotational Intern position at Koch Business Solutions, LP?
Your Job
Koch Technology is seeking an ambitious and curious IT Infrastructure Rotational Intern to join our team for a 12-week immersive internship experience. Unlike a traditional internship that focuses on a single technology discipline, this role offers the opportunity to rotate through three critical infrastructure organizations: Compute, Network, and Operations Infrastructure.
You'll gain firsthand experience supporting the technology platforms that power a global enterprise. From enterprise Linux environments and cloud infrastructure to large-scale networking and operational excellence, you'll work alongside experienced engineers who design, build, operate, and continuously improve the foundational technology capabilities that enable Koch businesses around the world.
This role is ideal for students who enjoy solving complex problems, learning new technologies, and building a broad understanding of modern enterprise infrastructure.
Our Team
Koch Technology delivers innovative technology solutions that help create value across Koch's diverse businesses. The infrastructure organization provides the secure, scalable, and reliable technology foundation that enables employees, manufacturing facilities, customers, and business operations to remain connected and productive.
As an Infrastructure Rotational Intern, you'll work directly with engineers and technical leaders across multiple disciplines, gaining exposure to enterprise-scale technologies, operational best practices, and real-world business challenges. Throughout the summer, you'll have opportunities to learn, contribute, and explore potential career paths while developing both technical capability and business acumen.
What You Will Do
- Complete rotational assignments across Linux Compute, Network, and Operations Infrastructure teams
- Collaborate with experienced engineers to support technology platforms that enable business operations across a global enterprise
- Participate in real-world projects focused on infrastructure reliability, performance, scalability, and automation
- Develop technical knowledge through hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to enterprise technology environments
- Analyze operational data and system performance information to identify opportunities for improvement
- Contribute to documentation, process improvements, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Present key learnings, recommendations, and project outcomes throughout the internship experience
Linux Compute Rotation
- Gain exposure to enterprise Linux environments that support critical business applications and services
- Assist with system administration, monitoring, automation, and infrastructure support activities
- Learn how operating systems, virtualization technologies, and cloud-based infrastructure work together to deliver reliable technology solutions
- Explore automation and scripting opportunities that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort
- Partner with engineers to troubleshoot issues and support continuous improvement initiatives
Network Rotation
- Work alongside engineers responsible for connecting employees, manufacturing operations, data centers, cloud environments, and business applications across a global network
- Gain exposure to enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, wireless technologies, DNS, and network security
- Assist with monitoring network performance, identifying trends, and supporting troubleshooting efforts
- Learn how modern networks are designed to provide resiliency, scalability, and secure connectivity for critical business operations
- Explore emerging technologies, automation capabilities, and operational practices that help improve network visibility and reliability
Operations Infrastructure Rotation
- Support teams responsible for maintaining infrastructure availability, operational effectiveness, and service reliability
- Gain insight into incident response, infrastructure monitoring, operational processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist in evaluating infrastructure health and identifying opportunities to enhance user experience and system performance
- Contribute to efforts that strengthen operational excellence and business continuity
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a related technical field with at least one semester or term remaining after the internship
- Eligible for full-time work by June 2028
- Basic understanding of infrastructure technologies through coursework, labs, projects, or previous experience
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Curiosity and basic hands-on experience experimenting with AI/ML tools or generative assistants (Copilot, LLMs, AI APIs) or a clear willingness to learn and apply such tools safely under guidance.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring visa transfer or visa sponsorship
What Will Put You Ahead
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and passion for learning emerging technologies
- Experience with scripting or automation tools such as Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar technologies
- Exposure to Linux operating systems through coursework, personal projects, labs, or previous experience
- Understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, or wireless networking concepts
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).