Internet2 membership is open to universities, corporations, and non-profit research oriented organizations. Individual membership is not available. To inquire about International participation, please see the International section of our website. For more information about membership, please email membership@internet2.edu.

Internet2 operates the Internet2 Network,[6] a next-generation Internet Protocol and optical network that delivers production network services to meet the high-performance demands of research and education, and provides a secure network testing and research environment

Internet2 is an advanced networking consortium led by the research and education community.[1] The not-for-profit partnership includes leaders from research, academia, industry and government. In 2009, Internet2 member rolls included over 200 higher education institutions,[2] over 40 members from industry,[3] over 30 research and education network and connector organizations,[4] and over 50 affiliate members.[5]