Verizon Internship 2027–2028: Programs, Deadlines & How to Apply

Last updated: July 2026

Verizon received 49,000 applications for roughly 490 intern spots, a ~1% acceptance rate that's lower than most Ivy League schools. For the summer 2027 cycle (you apply during fall 2026, you intern in summer 2027), postings are expected to appear on mycareer.verizon.com starting around September to November 2026, based on the documented 2026-cycle pattern. That window is rolling and positions close as seats fill, so waiting for a deadline that may never come is how most of those 49,000 applicants lose.

Quick Facts

The two numbers that matter: a ~1% acceptance rate across 80+ positions, and a rolling window expected to open September–November 2026 for summer 2027. Positions close as they fill, and Verizon posts no hard GPA floor.

Externships are short, remote professional experience programs where you finish a real project with a real company. The Wayfair AI Agent Engineering for Business Intelligence Externship and the Hydroficient IoT Cyber Defense Externship build exactly the technical and cybersecurity evidence a September application needs. Explore all Externships.

What Is a Verizon Internship?

A Verizon internship is a paid, 10-week hybrid summer placement that puts college students into real roles across 80+ positions in technology, cybersecurity, AI/ML, marketing, finance, and more at offices around the US. The reviews back the program up: interns rate the experience 4.2 out of 5 on Glassdoor, 98% report a positive experience, and 99% say they would like to return. Verizon is a RippleMatch Campus Forward Award winner and a Fortune 500 #31 company with ~$134B in annual revenue, making it one of the largest and most recognized internship employers in tech and telecom.

When Do Verizon Internship Applications Open for 2027–2028?

Verizon's calendar follows a consistent pattern: summer internship postings appear September through November, with rolling review that closes positions as they fill. The 2026 cycle saw Public Policy postings as early as September 2025, with technology and cybersecurity tracks following in October through December. All 2026 summer postings closed by spring 2026, well before the June 1 start date. So for summer 2027 you apply in fall 2026, roughly 8–10 months before the June start, and the best odds go to applicants who submit within the first two to three weeks of a posting going live.

Why You Must Apply the Week Applications Open

Verizon's postings carry the same language every cycle: they "may close before the stated closing date" and applicants are "encouraged to apply as soon as possible." That isn't boilerplate. With 49,000 applications flooding in for ~490 spots, recruiters start reviewing immediately and fill seats on a rolling basis. The Public Policy track in the 2026 cycle had an October 31 deadline, but technology roles simply disappeared as positions filled, with no announced end date. By the time you notice a posting has been up for a month, the best seats are gone. Apply within the first two to three weeks of a posting going live for the best odds.

Which Verizon Internship Programs Should You Target?

Verizon runs 80+ internship positions across the US, spanning technology, cybersecurity, AI/ML, marketing, finance, and more. Which track should you pick? The honest answer is the one whose skills you can already show, because each track interviews against its own job description and the behavioral questions map directly to the role's requirements.

See all open positions on the Verizon careers page. Other tracks include Software Development, Network Performance, Corporate Strategy, HR, Public Policy, Legal, Supply Chain, and Fleet Operations. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible depending on the track.

What Are the Eligibility Requirements?

Compiled from multiple 2026-cycle Verizon internship postings across WayUp and Verizon Careers:

• Enrollment: currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program at an accredited college or university.

• Graduation window: varies by track. Technology accepts December 2027 through June 2029; Cybersecurity December 2026 through June 2028; Marketing December 2027 through June 2028. Sophomores through graduate students are eligible depending on the role.

• GPA: no hard minimum is stated on official Verizon postings. Third-party sources reference a recommended minimum of 3.0, but this isn't an official requirement.

• Work authorization: every posting requires "authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship." International students may qualify via CPT or OPT, but Verizon doesn't sponsor visas for intern roles.

• Availability: the full 10 weeks, on Verizon's hybrid model (minimum three in-office days per week, with manager setting the specific schedule).

Does Verizon Have a GPA Cutoff?

Not officially. No 2026 Verizon internship posting on mycareer.verizon.com or WayUp lists a GPA minimum. The 3.0 figure circulating online comes from third-party sites like Career Karma, not from Verizon itself. What actually gates you? Two hard stops. The no-sponsorship line eliminates international students who need a visa (CPT/OPT holders can still qualify). And the graduation-window requirement quietly varies by track, so read each posting carefully. Beyond those gates, Verizon's interview process is rated moderate difficulty (2.6/5 on Glassdoor) and emphasizes behavioral fit, communication, and foundational knowledge over hardcore technical challenges.

What Skills Does Verizon Look For, and How Do You Build Them?

Across the 2026-cycle postings for Technology, Cybersecurity, Marketing, and Finance tracks, Verizon is strikingly consistent about what it screens for. Communication and presentation skills appear in every track. Analytical and problem-solving ability, also universal. But the technical asks stay track-specific: Technology wants Python, Java, and scripting experience; Cybersecurity looks for AI security frameworks, cloud services, and tools like Splunk; Marketing asks for competitive analysis and customer analytics. What does the pattern tell you? Verizon hires for foundational soft skills first, then trains the vertical.

How Is Demand for Tech and Telecom Interns Moving Right Now?

Build These Skills Before You Apply

And every skill in the chart maps to a remote Externship where you finish a real company project before the window opens.

How close is the overlap? The Wayfair deliverable is AI agent engineering work in the Technology posting's own vocabulary, and the cybersecurity project from Hydroficient maps directly to Verizon's AI risk management track. Every Externship ends with a client-ready presented deliverable, which is the "strong communication and presentation abilities" line item every Verizon JD shares.

What Is the Verizon Application and Interview Process Like?

Verizon's funnel involves more assessment stages than a typical tech company but is rated moderate difficulty (2.6–2.9/5 on Glassdoor), averaging about 27–33 days from application to decision:

1. Apply at mycareer.verizon.com with a resume and profile. Positions are listed by track, so pick the one that matches your skills and graduation window.

2. Candidates Assessment on Workday. The ADEPT-15 personality test: paired-statement comparisons evaluating 15 personality characteristics across work performance, teamwork, communication, and detail orientation. About 25–30 minutes, no right or wrong answers.

3. Video interview. Six behavioral questions with two attempts per question, self-recorded. Standard behavioral format covering strengths, weaknesses, and "why Verizon."

4. Phone or virtual interview with a recruiter or hiring manager, 30–45 minutes. Behavioral questions plus light technical questions for SWE and cybersecurity roles. Less leetcode-heavy than FAANG; focus is on fit, communication, and foundational knowledge.

5. Final round (some roles). One to three interviewers, behavioral plus technical. Offer decision follows.

Candidates who don't pass the online assessment may reapply after 6 months. For technical roles, expect foundational coding and systems questions rather than competitive-programming style problems. Rehearse the behavioral rounds: our HireVue question guide with a free AI mock tool runs the same time pressure as Verizon's 6-question video format.

What Students on Reddit Say

Three threads show the process from the inside.

How Do You Stand Out in a 1% Acceptance Rate Pool?

Three moves, all executable before September. First, apply within the first two to three weeks of a posting going live; rolling review means timing is itself a filter, and positions close without warning as seats fill. Second, build evidence in the JD's exact language. Verizon's Technology track asks for "coursework or demonstrated experience in scripting and coding" and the Cybersecurity track wants "AI security frameworks" and "cloud AI/ML services." A finished project in those exact domains answers behavioral questions with an artifact instead of an anecdote. Third, prepare specifically for the ADEPT-15 personality assessment and the 6-question video interview. The process is rated moderate difficulty, so strong preparation on behavioral fit and communication closes the gap. And remember: 86% of interns get return offers. Interview like someone auditioning for the full-time seat, because you're.

What Other Companies Should You Consider?

Verizon's peer set splits by what you want: telecom giants with similar scale, or tech companies with overlapping internship tracks.

Our tech internships summer 2027 guide maps the full market, timeline by timeline.

FAQ

When do Verizon internship applications open for summer 2027?

Based on the 2026 cycle, expect Verizon internship postings to appear on mycareer.verizon.com starting around September to November 2026, with some specialized tracks like Public Policy posting as early as September and technology and engineering roles following in October through November. Verizon has not posted 2027 dates yet, so join their Talent Network early.

Is a Verizon internship hard to get?

Yes. Verizon received 49,000 applications for roughly 490 intern spots, yielding a ~1% acceptance rate, lower than most Ivy League schools. That said, the interview process itself is rated moderate (2.6/5 difficulty on Glassdoor) and focuses more on behavioral fit than hardcore technical challenges, so strong preparation makes a real difference.

How much do Verizon interns get paid?

Verizon interns earn $23 to $36 per hour depending on role, location, and academic level. Technology interns earn $23–$25/hr, cybersecurity $25–$27/hr, and software engineers average $31/hr per Levels.fyi. All interns receive 401(k) matching on the first 6% of contributions, holiday pay, and full benefits from day one, including a student loan repayment matching option.

What is the Verizon internship interview process?

After applying online, most candidates complete a Candidates Assessment on Workday (the ADEPT-15 personality test, about 25–30 minutes), followed by a self-recorded video interview with 6 behavioral questions and 2 attempts each. Strong candidates advance to a phone or virtual interview, and some roles include a final round. The full process takes about 27–33 days.

Do Verizon interns get return offers?

Yes, at a strong rate. Verizon reports an 86% intern return offer rate per RippleMatch, with 85% total conversion for new hires. Internal surveys show 98% of interns report a positive experience and 99% want to return. Reddit users also confirm the intern-to-full-time pipeline works well for performers.

What programs does Verizon offer for interns?

Verizon runs 80+ internship positions across technology, cybersecurity, AI/ML engineering, software development, network performance, data science, finance, marketing, HR, legal and public policy, supply chain, and corporate strategy. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible. All are 10-week hybrid programs with a minimum of three in-office days per week.

Does Verizon sponsor visas for interns?

No. All Verizon internship postings require "authorization to work in the U.S. without restrictions or need for future sponsorship." International students on F-1 visas may qualify through CPT or OPT work authorization, but Verizon doesn't provide visa sponsorship for intern roles. The company does sponsor H-1B visas for some full-time positions.

What skills and qualifications does Verizon look for in interns?

Requirements vary by track: technology interns need coursework or experience in Python, Java, or similar languages; cybersecurity candidates should know AI security frameworks, cloud services, and tools like Splunk; marketing interns need analytical thinking and competitive analysis experience. Across all tracks, Verizon emphasizes strong communication, collaboration, leadership, and presentation skills.

The window is rolling and the acceptance rate is ~1%. Spend the runway building proof: a remote Externship turns "interested in tech" into a finished project a September application can point at.