IT Infrastructure Engineer Internships
It infrastructure engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience building and maintaining real systems, mentorship from working infrastructure engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Manufacturing, with CLECO, Pella, and Tesla among the employers posting roles now.
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Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin is looking for an intern who performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.
Basic Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Development experience with one or all of the following Python, Java, C#
- Experience working with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux preferred) or Windows Administration
- Must be a US Citizen; Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Desired Skills
- Experience with application containerization (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, Containerd) in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, OpenShift)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, Terraform, or Packer
- Experience with CI/CD - Deployment pipelines, automated build, and configuration tools (Gitlab, ArgoCD)
- Effective communicator and collaborator with critical thinking, adaptability, and time management skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $22.66 - $31.67
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.
Lockheed Martin is looking for an intern who performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.
Basic Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- Development experience with one or all of the following Python, Java, C#
- Experience working with Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux preferred) or Windows Administration
- Must be a US Citizen; Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
Desired Skills
- Experience with application containerization (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker, Containerd) in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, OpenShift)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible, Terraform, or Packer
- Experience with CI/CD - Deployment pipelines, automated build, and configuration tools (Gitlab, ArgoCD)
- Effective communicator and collaborator with critical thinking, adaptability, and time management skills
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $22.66 - $31.67
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
IT Infrastructure Engineer Internship Market
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
Tips for Your IT Infrastructure Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer roles
Large enterprise employers and tech companies recruit summer infrastructure interns the preceding September through November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates. Starting your search early gives you access to the structured, well-resourced cohorts that fill first, while continuing to check listings through the spring catches roles from companies on a shorter cycle.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for it infrastructure engineer interns expect limited work history and assess candidates on project evidence instead. Set up a home lab, configure a small network, deploy a virtual environment, or document a cloud infrastructure project, then link the repository or write-up from your resume. A concrete artifact gives a recruiter something to evaluate beyond your GPA.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often make faster decisions for students they meet face to face. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
It infrastructure engineer intern screens typically involve troubleshooting scenarios, networking fundamentals questions, and hands-on or verbal walk-throughs of system configurations. Practice answering out loud and explaining your reasoning at each step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land on the right answer.
Target structured infrastructure rotational programs early
Larger technology and enterprise companies run rotational or university-hire infrastructure programs designed to bring people new to the field up to production speed. These cohorts recruit on the fall timeline, fill quickly, and are competitive. Identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave rather than waiting until you feel fully ready.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the it infrastructure engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting listings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept. Applying to positions you'd have to turn down wastes time you could spend on the ones that fit.
IT Infrastructure Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an it infrastructure engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a home lab or document a network or server configuration project in a public repository, a linked GitHub repo or technical write-up gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where infrastructure recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an it infrastructure 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 it infrastructure engineer interns is consistent performance on real tickets and projects, available headcount on the team at the end of your term, and return-offer timelines that often come weeks before your internship ends. Position for one by treating every task as a job audition, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for it infrastructure engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large tech and enterprise employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts by October or November. Smaller companies, managed service providers, and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you won't miss roles from companies that move on a shorter timeline.
Are it infrastructure engineer internships paid?
Most professional it infrastructure engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are rare at companies large enough to run structured programs. If pay isn't listed, it's reasonable to ask after a first-round interview.
What should an it infrastructure engineer internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For it infrastructure engineer candidates, that means projects showing hands-on system configuration, network setup, virtualization, or cloud deployment, with the specific tools used and a linked repository or write-up where a recruiter can review the work. Add relevant coursework in networking, operating systems, or cloud platforms, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote it infrastructure engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the it infrastructure engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote infrastructure cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you've decided what works for your situation. Use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid roles so you're not sorting through positions you can't take.
Can international students get it infrastructure 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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