Network Strategy Intern (Fall 2026)

About the role

At Cloudflare, we are on a mission to help build a better Internet. Today the company runs one of the world's largest networks that powers millions of websites and other Internet properties for customers ranging from individual bloggers to SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Cloudflare protects and accelerates any Internet application online without adding hardware, installing software, or changing a line of code. Internet properties powered by Cloudflare all have web traffic routed through its intelligent global network, which gets smarter with every request. As a result, they see significant improvement in performance and a decrease in spam and other attacks. Cloudflare was named to Entrepreneur Magazine's Top Company Cultures list and ranked among the World's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. At Cloudflare, we're not looking for people who wait for a polished roadmap; we're looking for the builders who see the cracks in the Internet that everyone else has simply learned to live with. We value candidates who have the instinct to spot a "normalized" problem and the AI-native curiosity to create a solution using the latest tools. Our culture is built on iteration, leveraging AI to ship faster today to make it better tomorrow, while ensuring that every improvement, no matter how small, is shared across the team to lift everyone up. If you're the type of person who values curiosity over bureaucracy, and that AI is a partner in solving tough problems to keep the Internet moving forward, you'll fit right in. Available Locations: Austin, TX Cloudflare is looking for an enthusiastic and analytically-minded intern to join our Network Strategy team. This role is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of Network Strategy at Cloudflare, with a focus on developing the skills necessary for long-term growth within the team. The intern will support key initiatives by executing on special projects designed to advance and improve operational efficiency. They will also provide essential day-to-day operational support to our Interconnection Managers and Network Acquisition Managers.

Responsibilities

• Special Project Execution: Assist in the execution of special projects focused on advancing and improving the Network Strategy team's operational processes.
• Interconnection Operational Support: Provide direct operational support to Interconnection Managers, helping to manage and track key peering and transit relationships.
• Network Acquisition Assistance: Support Network Acquisition Managers with administrative and logistical tasks related to acquiring new network capacity and infrastructure.
• Strategic Data Analysis and Research: Conduct data analysis and research to inform strategic decisions related to network growth, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Documentation and Internal Reporting: Contribute to internal documentation and reporting, ensuring clarity and accuracy of information shared across the team.
• KPI Tracking and Progress Reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) for ongoing projects and report progress to relevant stakeholders.
• Role Requirements (Must-Have Skills):
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative, analytical, or strategic field (e.g., Business, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of explaining complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis tools (e.g., Google Sheets/Excel, or basic SQL/Python is a plus).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, global team environment.
• Proven capacity for taking initiative, owning tasks, and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to commit to a full-time 12-week fall internship.
• In office 3-5 days a week in Austin, TX.
• Nice-to-Have Skills
• A basic understanding of the Internet ecosystem, including concepts like IP networking, peering, transit, and data centers.
• Prior experience or coursework related to telecommunications, network infrastructure, or technology strategy.
• Familiarity with project management principles or tools
• What Makes Cloudflare Special?
• We're not just a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company. We're a highly ambitious, large-scale technology company with a soul. Fundamental to our mission to help build a better Internet is protecting the free and open Internet.
• Project Galileo : Since 2014, we've equipped more than 2,400 journalism and civil society organizations in 111 countries with powerful tools to defend themselves against attacks that would otherwise censor their work, technology already used by Cloudflare's enterprise customers--at no cost.
• Athenian Project : In 2017, we created the Athenian Project to ensure that state and local

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