Systems Engineer Virtual Internship

Would you like to end your internship with a well-rounded knowledge of cloud dev-ops, AI infrastructure, and operational support in both the AWS and Azure cloud that you can share with teachers, peers, and future employers?  Do you have a passion for technology and cloud computing?  Do you want to work in the cloud and help manage cloud environments?  If so, then the Robert Half Cloud Systems Engineer Virtual Internship is what you’re looking for. 

Robert Half is a cloud-first organization and wants to give you the opportunity to gain hands on experience and develop your cloud computing skills in both the AWS and MS Azure cloud platforms.  You will be part of a team that fully manages the infrastructure and supports a cloud environment life cycle. Interaction with users of the environments will help interpersonal skill growth, in addition to your technical expertise, while working in an agile environment where your contributions matter. 

What You’ll Do

• Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and best practices.
• Collaborate with team members to implement and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Assist in the design, development, and deployment of cloud-based solutions using platforms such as Azure and AWS.
• Ensure the security, performance, reliability, and scalability of cloud applications and infrastructure.
• Support the development and maintenance of AI infrastructure.
• Integrate AI models into existing systems and business applications.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of AI applications
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation for AI solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in Azure AI services and tools.
• Monitor and optimize cloud system performance, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving cloud-related issues.
• Experience the Agile development methodology in the real world.
• Get hands-on with current and emerging technologies in a forward-looking, cloud-first company. 

What You’ll Need

• Be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program related to computer science, IT, information science, management information systems, data science, mathematics, or physics, with a graduation year of 2027 or 2028. 
• An understanding of cloud computing and how the cloud works. 
• An adaptive mindset that allows you to quickly learn new technologies and adopt/develop new workflows. 
• Strong critical thinking and analysis skills. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to work full 40-hour weeks virtually from June 17 – August 7, 2026 (internship dates cannot be altered).
• All applicants applying for U.S. intern openings need authorization to work in the United States for Robert Half without sponsorship now or in the future.

The typical hourly pay rate for this position is shown below.

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Robert Half Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran

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