About the role#
As a DevOps Engineering Intern at Raft, you will join a team focused on enhancing infrastructure within RaftLabs. This position offers hands-on experience in Linux server administration, IT systems, and virtualization. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support, optimize, and expand our infrastructure while building secure, scalable systems.
What you'll do#
- Support, optimize, and expand infrastructure using tools such as Proxmox.
- Configure Linux environments and automate processes.
- Build secure, scalable systems.
- Enhance feature capabilities and infrastructure within RaftLabs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
- Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and a willingness to learn server administration.
- Interest in virtualization tools like Proxmox.
- Understanding of version control tools such as Git.
- Ability to work with team members to enhance feature capabilities.
- Analytical mindset and an eagerness to solve problems and improve system performance.
- Passion for DevOps, IT infrastructure, and system optimization.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship located in McLean, Virginia.
- The term is for Summer 2027.
- This is a paid position.
About Raft
Raft is a software development company based in McLean, Virginia. It provides AI, machine learning, and data solutions to government agencies and the U.S. military. The firm employs 354 people and maintains offices in Virginia and Texas. It operates as a privately held organization.
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