DevOps Engineer Internships
Devops engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. {{top_industries_phrase}} lead in internship volume, with Insulet Corporation, Shure, and Corning among the employers posting roles now.
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Requisition Number: 79637
The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Scope of Position
The HPC DevOps Engineer Intern will support the development and maturation of cloud-bursting capabilities for the organization’s HPC environment. The intern will help build and refine Infrastructure as Code templates and CI/CD workflows using AWS, Terraform/OpenTofu, GitLab CI/CD, SLURM, and Python/Bash, with a focus on advancing an existing development implementation toward Corporate IT production standards.
Program Perks
- Competitive salaries
- Housing assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Intern Activities
- Social and networking events
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Community involvement
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Scientific Computing staff to enhance existing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates supporting HPC cloud-bursting capabilities.
- Develop, test, and document new automation workflows and features for provisioning and operating burst-to-cloud HPC resources.
- Assist with GitLab CI/CD pipeline development, testing, and maintenance for IaC and supporting automation.
- Write and maintain Python and Bash scripts for deployment automation, configuration management, validation, and operational tasks.
- Support integration of AWS services, Terraform/OpenTofu, and SLURM scheduling components within the HPC bursting environment.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation to help advance the solution toward Corporate IT production standards.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Software Engineering
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools.
- Basic scripting or programming experience with Python, Bash, or a similar language.
- Understanding of software development fundamentals, including version control and collaborative development practices.
- Experience with or willingness to learn Git and GitLab, including branching, merge requests, and CI/CD concepts.
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts; familiarity with AWS services is preferred.
- Interest in Infrastructure as Code and automation tools such as Terraform or OpenTofu.
- Familiarity with HPC concepts, Linux-based compute environments, job schedulers, or SLURM is beneficial.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, learn new tools independently, and document work clearly.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Scientific Computing staff.
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, data science, or a related technical field.
- Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-August 2027) with a graduation date of December 2027 or later
- Be interested in working for Corning, Inc after graduation, if presented with a full-time job opportunity.
- Be willing to work at the posted job location
Desired Skills
- Hands-on experience administering or developing for Linux-based HPC environments, including user environments, filesystems, software modules, and batch-scheduled workloads.
- Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals relevant to cloud and HPC environments, including VPC design, security groups, IAM roles/policies, SSH, and least-privilege access.
- Exposure to containers and reproducible research/workload environments, such as Apptainer/Singularity, Docker, or container-based CI workflows.
- Experience using generative AI-assisted development tools—such as Claude Code—to accelerate scripting, troubleshooting, test development, documentation, and code review, while validating generated output for correctness, security, and organizational standards.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school.
A job that shapes a life.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
Requisition Number: 79637
The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Scope of Position
The HPC DevOps Engineer Intern will support the development and maturation of cloud-bursting capabilities for the organization’s HPC environment. The intern will help build and refine Infrastructure as Code templates and CI/CD workflows using AWS, Terraform/OpenTofu, GitLab CI/CD, SLURM, and Python/Bash, with a focus on advancing an existing development implementation toward Corporate IT production standards.
Program Perks
- Competitive salaries
- Housing assistance
- Travel reimbursement
Intern Activities
- Social and networking events
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Community involvement
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Scientific Computing staff to enhance existing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates supporting HPC cloud-bursting capabilities.
- Develop, test, and document new automation workflows and features for provisioning and operating burst-to-cloud HPC resources.
- Assist with GitLab CI/CD pipeline development, testing, and maintenance for IaC and supporting automation.
- Write and maintain Python and Bash scripts for deployment automation, configuration management, validation, and operational tasks.
- Support integration of AWS services, Terraform/OpenTofu, and SLURM scheduling components within the HPC bursting environment.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation to help advance the solution toward Corporate IT production standards.
Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or Software Engineering
- Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line tools.
- Basic scripting or programming experience with Python, Bash, or a similar language.
- Understanding of software development fundamentals, including version control and collaborative development practices.
- Experience with or willingness to learn Git and GitLab, including branching, merge requests, and CI/CD concepts.
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts; familiarity with AWS services is preferred.
- Interest in Infrastructure as Code and automation tools such as Terraform or OpenTofu.
- Familiarity with HPC concepts, Linux-based compute environments, job schedulers, or SLURM is beneficial.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, learn new tools independently, and document work clearly.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Scientific Computing staff.
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, data science, or a related technical field.
- Must be available for 10 weeks during Summer 2027 (May-August 2027) with a graduation date of December 2027 or later
- Be interested in working for Corning, Inc after graduation, if presented with a full-time job opportunity.
- Be willing to work at the posted job location
Desired Skills
- Hands-on experience administering or developing for Linux-based HPC environments, including user environments, filesystems, software modules, and batch-scheduled workloads.
- Knowledge of networking and security fundamentals relevant to cloud and HPC environments, including VPC design, security groups, IAM roles/policies, SSH, and least-privilege access.
- Exposure to containers and reproducible research/workload environments, such as Apptainer/Singularity, Docker, or container-based CI workflows.
- Experience using generative AI-assisted development tools—such as Claude Code—to accelerate scripting, troubleshooting, test development, documentation, and code review, while validating generated output for correctness, security, and organizational standards.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school.
A job that shapes a life.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
DevOps Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your DevOps Engineer Internship Search
Apply months earlier than you think necessary
Large technology companies and enterprise employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, often in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently throughout the year and apply as soon as a role opens, not after you've perfected your resume.
Build a public portfolio before you apply
Devops engineer intern hiring teams want to see real work, not just a list of tools. Push your infrastructure-as-code scripts, CI/CD pipeline configurations, and containerized projects to a public GitHub repository. A recruiter who can read your Terraform modules or Dockerfile before the interview already has evidence you can do the work.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many devops engineer internships never get posted to general listings at all.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Devops engineer intern interviews typically include a coding screen covering Linux fundamentals, scripting in Python or Bash, and sometimes basic networking or cloud concepts. Practice solving problems out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a system problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large technology and cloud-infrastructure companies run cohort-based internship programs specifically designed to bring in candidates new to the field. These programs include structured mentorship, rotations across teams, and dedicated intern projects. They recruit early and fill in the first application wave, so identify the ones that fit your background and apply immediately when they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 57% of the devops engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type immediately. Sorting through roles you can't accept wastes time you could spend on applications that actually fit your situation.
DevOps Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a devops engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For devops engineer candidates, a public GitHub repository showing infrastructure-as-code scripts, CI/CD pipeline configurations, or containerized applications gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a devops engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for devops engineer interns is consistent performance on real work, team headcount at offer time, and asking about the return-offer process early in the internship rather than at the end. Position yourself for one without counting on it by treating every project as a demonstration of full-time readiness.
When should I apply for devops engineer internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, particularly in technology and financial services, recruit summer cohorts the preceding fall, with application windows opening in August and September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the strongest chance before cohorts fill.
Are devops engineer internships paid?
Most professional devops engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, you'll see it on the listing. Unpaid internships exist but are uncommon in technical fields, and structured cohort programs at larger technology and enterprise employers are virtually always compensated.
What should a devops engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools you used, such as Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, or Jenkins, and link directly to the code on GitHub so reviewers can assess your work rather than take your word for it. Add relevant coursework in cloud platforms, networking, or systems administration. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote devops engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 43% of the devops engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type at the start of your search so you're only reviewing positions you can actually accept.
Can international students get devops engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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