DevOps Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Raft • McLean, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Raft is hiring a DevOps Engineering Intern to support infrastructure capabilities within RaftLabs. The intern will gain hands-on experience with Linux server administration, IT systems, and virtualization, including tools such as Proxmox. Working alongside experienced engineers, the intern will help configure Linux environments, automate processes, and build secure, scalable systems. The position is onsite at Raft’s headquarters in McLean, Virginia, from June to August 2027, and is part-time for up to 40 hours per week. Compensation is $20–$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

This is a U.S.-based position. U.S. citizenship is required because the work may involve sensitive government-related programs, and all work must be conducted within the continental United States. Applicants are also asked to submit an approximately one-minute video with their application describing their education, work experience, and an example of successful teamwork.

Raft is a customer-obsessed defense technology company that provides AI/ML and data solutions to U.S. military and government agencies. Its work focuses on distributed data systems, platforms at scale, and complex application development. Raft describes its culture as collaborative and grounded in its Ubuntu philosophy, innovation, transparency, and customer obsession.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
• Passion for DevOps, IT infrastructure, and system optimization.
• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and willingness to learn server administration.
• Interest in virtualization tools, such as Proxmox, for managing and optimizing server environments.
• Understanding of version control tools, such as Git, for collaborative development.
• Ability to work with team members to enhance feature capabilities and infrastructure.
• Analytical mindset and eagerness to solve problems and improve system performance.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to potential exposure to sensitive government-related work.
• All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to scripting languages such as Bash or Python and interest in learning automation techniques.
• Familiarity with Agile project methodologies or desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
• Strong communication skills for sharing technical insights within the team.
• Curiosity and drive to stay updated on DevOps tools, trends, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to enhancing infrastructure capabilities within RaftLabs.
• Help configure Linux environments.
• Contribute to automating processes.
• Help build secure, scalable systems.
• Work with team members to enhance feature capabilities and infrastructure in RaftLabs.
• Support, optimize, and expand infrastructure using tools such as Proxmox.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed