DevOps Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

📋 Job Overview

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.

🏢 About Raft

Raft (https://TeamRaft.com) is a customer-obsessed non-traditional defense tech company dedicated to empowering U.S. military and government agencies with cutting-edge AI/ML and data solutions. We are a leader in autonomous data fusion and Agentic AI, with a purposeful focus on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application Development. With headquarters in McLean, VA, our range of clients includes innovative federal and public agencies leveraging design thinking, cutting-edge tech stack, and cloud-native ecosystem. We build digital solutions that impact the lives of millions of Americans.

🎯 The Role

As a DevOps and IT Engineering Intern at Raft, you’ll be part of a team enhancing infrastructure capabilities within RaftLabs. This role is ideal for someone passionate about DevOps and eager to build hands-on skills in Linux server administration, IT systems, and virtualization. You’ll gain valuable experience working with tools like Proxmox to support, optimize, and expand our infrastructure. Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll contribute to configuring Linux environments, automating processes, and building secure, scalable systems.

✅ Key Responsibilities

• Passion for DevOps, IT infrastructure, and system optimization.
• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems and a willingness to learn server administration.
• Interest in virtualization tools, like 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 in RaftLabs.
• Analytical mindset and eagerness to solve problems and improve system performance.
• Currently enrolled in an IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to potential exposure to sensitive government-related work.

⭐ Desirable Experience

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

🎁 Benefits

Work Type:

Location: Onsite at Raft HQ in McLean, VA
Duration: June to August 2027
Hours: Part-time, up to 40 hours per week
Compensation: $20 - $24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

🛂 Visa & Eligibility

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.