Summer 2025 Undergraduate Technical Internships

As a Summer 2025 Undergraduate Technical Intern at Verisign, your main responsibilities include collaborating with a small agile team on software development, systems engineering, and cybersecurity projects. You'll participate in daily stand-up meetings, contribute to coding efforts, support the maintenance of systems, and help in troubleshooting various issues that arise within our internet services.

To qualify for the Summer 2025 Undergraduate Technical Internship at Verisign, you should be a rising junior or senior majoring in Computer Science or Engineering. Additionally, familiarity with programming languages such as Java or C/C++, scripting languages like Ruby or Python, and a foundational understanding of Linux/UNIX systems are important. Being proactive in learning new technologies and having good communication skills are also essential.

Absolutely! Interns at Verisign will have the chance to attend career development workshops, technical talks, and networking events which will help build valuable skills and relationships in the tech industry. We also offer guaranteed interviews for future internships and roles at Verisign, ensuring a pathway for your career growth.

Interns in the Summer 2025 Undergraduate Technical Internship at Verisign are compensated competitively, with hourly pay ranging from $25.00 to $26.00. It’s important to note that the final pay may vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical location.

Verisign offers a dynamic and flexible work environment for its Summer 2025 Technical Interns. You will be part of a collaborative team culture, working in a hybrid setting that allows you to balance in-office responsibilities with remote work. This setup enhances your learning experience while providing the necessary support from mentors and peers.

In answering this question, highlight any academic projects or personal experiences where you used relevant programming languages like Java, C/C++, Python, or Ruby. Be specific about the projects' goals, your role, the challenges you encountered, and how you overcame them.

Explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, such as gathering information about the issue, identifying potential causes, testing hypotheses, and implementing solutions. Providing an example will reinforce your problem-solving capabilities.

Share your interest in internet technology and how Verisign's mission aligns with your career goals. Discuss specific aspects of the company or past successful projects that inspire you, as well as your eagerness to contribute to cutting-edge internet infrastructure.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to describe your experience. Focus on your role, the team's collaborative efforts, the challenges faced, and the successful outcomes that emerged from the teamwork.

Discuss your knowledge of Verisign’s role in the DNS root and .COM domain, as well as its commitment to security and reliability. Highlight your understanding of how these services correlate with global internet connectivity and user trust.

Mention the resources you use to stay updated, such as tech blogs, online courses, workshops, or attending industry conferences. Emphasize your enthusiasm for continuous learning and how you apply new knowledge in practical settings.

Articulate your short-term and long-term career goals, expressing your desire for growth within the industry. Explain how this internship at Verisign aligns with your aspirations and the skills you wish to develop.

Choose a specific project that showcases your skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. Describe the project’s purpose, your exact contributions, any challenges you faced, and what you learned from the experience.

Share a specific instance where feedback improved your work or shaped your approach. Emphasize your receptiveness to learning and growth as a crucial part of your development as a professional.

Discuss your flexibility and adaptability in a hybrid work setting. You can mention how you manage time and communication effectively, ensuring productivity both in-office and remotely while contributing to a team's success.