Job Title:

DevOps Intern (Remote – 3-6 Month Internship)

About HireShire

HireShire is a forward-thinking talent solutions and staffing platform, connecting global enterprises with top-tier professionals. As part of our expansion, we are launching a DevOps Engineering Internship for technically skilled individuals passionate about automating systems, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and enabling agile software delivery at scale.

Role Overview

As a DevOps Engineering Intern, you will collaborate with our engineering and infrastructure teams to design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines, cloud deployments, and monitoring solutions. This internship is ideal for candidates eager to gain hands-on experience with real-world DevOps tools and practices used by top tech organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Work on containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
• Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot build, deployment, and runtime issues in staging and production environments.
• Support cloud resource optimization on AWS, Azure, or GCP for cost and performance efficiency.
• Implement scripting solutions in Python, Bash, or similar for automation tasks.
• Maintain configuration management using Ansible, Chef, or similar tools.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.
• Familiarity with version control systems (especially Git) and CI/CD concepts.
• Understanding of basic cloud computing concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix systems and shell scripting.
• Problem-solving attitude with attention to detail and eagerness to learn fast.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Knowledge of logging and monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, ELK).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with networking concepts (DNS, firewalls, load balancing).

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience managing scalable, cloud-native DevOps environments.
• Mentorship from senior DevOps engineers and architects.
• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and modern automation frameworks.
• Internship certificate & recommendation letter upon successful completion.
• Possibility of Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) at HireShire or partner firms.

Hiring Process

1. Online Application – Submit CV, GitHub/LinkedIn portfolio, and a brief note on your interest in DevOps engineering.
2. Technical Assessment – Scenario-based task focusing on CI/CD, scripting, and cloud environments.
3. Technical Interview – 45-minute discussion evaluating your DevOps knowledge, tools experience, and automation mindset.
4. Managerial Interview – Assessment of communication, collaboration, and problem-solving approach.
5. Offer – Selected candidates receive an offer with stipend details and project assignments.
6. Onboarding – Tool access, team introductions, and kickoff with mentors.

Stipend

The internship offers a minimum stipend of £15/hour, with potential for a higher rate based on performance during assessments and interviews.