About Hireshire

Hireshire is a modern staffing and talent acquisition platform that partners with leading organisations to identify and develop emerging technical talent. As we expand into DevOps, AI/ML, and Cloud Engineering, we are inviting motivated learners to join our DevOps Engineering Internship Program and build a strong foundation in DevOps technologies.

Internship Overview

This internship is designed for students and early-career learners who want to gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience in DevOps Engineering. You will learn how modern software systems are built, automated, deployed, and monitored in real-world environments.

No prior professional DevOps experience is required. This program is structured to help you learn DevOps from scratch under expert guidance.

What You Will Learn & Do

• Understand core DevOps concepts, including automation, CI/CD, and cloud infrastructure.
• Learn to build and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Gain hands-on experience with Docker and deploy applications in Kubernetes environments.
• Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and reliability using Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack.
• Write basic automation scripts using Python or Bash.
• Assist in troubleshooting deployment and build issues alongside development teams.
• Learn how to configure and manage cloud services on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Understand configuration management concepts using tools like Ansible or Chef.

Who Can Apply

• Students or recent graduates pursuing or holding a B.Tech / BE / M.Tech / MSc in Computer Science, IT, or related fields.
• Learners with a basic understanding of operating systems (Linux preferred).
• Familiarity with Git or version control systems is helpful but not mandatory.
• Strong interest in DevOps, cloud computing, and automation technologies.
• Curious, proactive learners with problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to Have (Not Mandatory)

• Exposure to Python or Bash scripting.
• Basic knowledge of Docker or containerisation concepts.
• Awareness of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Introductory understanding of CI/CD pipelines or Infrastructure-as-Code.

What You’ll Gain

• A balance of theoretical understanding and real-world DevOps experience.
• Hands-on exposure to industry-standard DevOps tools and workflows.
• 1:1 mentorship from experienced DevOps engineers.
• Internship Certificate and Letter of Recommendation upon successful completion.
• Opportunity for a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) with Hireshire or partner organisations.

Stipend

• Starting stipend: £18/hour, with the opportunity for a higher rate based on performance in assessments and interviews.

This Internship Is Ideal For

✔ Students who want to learn DevOps from the ground up

✔ Learners seeking theory + hands-on practice

✔ Freshers aiming to build a career in DevOps and Cloud Engineering