Networking Software Intern- Fall 2025

For two decades, NVIDIA has pioneered visual computing, the art and science of computer graphics. With our invention of the GPU - the engine of modern visual computing - the field has expanded to encompass video games, movie production, product design, medical diagnosis and scientific research. Today, visual computing is becoming increasingly central to how people interact with technology, and there has never been a more exciting time to join our team! NVIDIA is a leader in the field of AI, accelerated computing, computer graphics and PC gaming.

Within NVIDIA, the Networking Business Unit is building chips, systems and software that are powering the most sophisticated data center and hyper-converged networks of today and tomorrow. NVIDIA Cumulus Linux is the industry's most innovative open network operating system built with a flexible open architecture and comprehensive automation capabilities!

We are now looking for a Networking Software Intern to work on exciting projects in the routing protocol software area of NVIDIA Cumulus Linux. This is the preeminent open routing suite in the industry known as Free Range Routing, so you will build valuable experience observing and potentially contributing to an open source project. You must be pursuing a BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field and have very good proficiency in C and Python programming.

What you’ll be doing:

• Working on prototyping different enhancements to routing protocol software, especially BGP

• Performance analysis via tests and measurements, and tuning

• Improvements to test automation framework

What we need to see:

• Pursuing a BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a closely related field

• Strong programming skills, especially in C and Python. Knowledge of shell scripting.

• Clear understanding of data networking, especially TCP/IP and IP routing protocols

• Good familiarity with software development in a Linux environment including the GNU toolset, git etc.

• Team player with excellent work ethics and good communication skills

Ways to stand out from the crowd:

• Good knowledge of Linux internals and Linux networking concepts

• Good knowledge of one or more IP routing protocols like BGP or OSPF

• Participation in the open-source community or working with open-source projects

NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world on our team. If you are creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!

The hourly rate for our interns is 18 USD - 71 USD. Our internship hourly rates are a standard pay determined based on the position and your location, year in school, degree, and experience.

You will also be eligible for Intern benefits. NVIDIA accepts applications on an ongoing basis. ​

NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.