About this role
Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers’ greatest challenges.
We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn’t always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done—while having the flexibility to work from home when needed to achieve focused results.
Anticipated Hourly Range: $22.00 - $32.00. The hourly range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, Enlighten takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function, internal equity and a candidate's education or training, work experience, certifications and key skills. Occasionally positions/roles may include additional non-recurrent compensation and will be addressed by the recruiter during the interview process.
Job Description
Enlighten is looking for a Cloud Automation Intern. The ideal candidate will enter their senior year or final semester of college after the summer 2026 internship. Will work in a fast-paced, small business environment, maintaining and updating big data systems automation and cloud management tooling. Target to start this role in the Summer of 2026. Will work a hybrid schedule with some on-site work in the Maryland office a few days a week.
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Essential Job Responsibilities
- Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of distributed computing systems and configuration management automation
- Scripting in languages such as Python and Bash for automation and development of product features
- Troubleshooting customer reported issues in applications and providing support
- Engage in quality assurance testing
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Security Clearance - A current U.S. Government security clearance is not required on 1st day, but will be processed for a Secret level; U.S. Citizenship required. A current Secret or Top Secret (TS) clearance can also be considered.
- High School Diploma or equivalent and must be working towards a Bachelor's degree with at least 60% of the required credits completed. Degree must be in Computer Science or related field.
- Python software development
- Bash scripting
- Familiarity with Git or other version control software
- Comfortable working on a Linux command line
- Self-motivated – a strong desire to find and address gaps in execution or capability without explicit direction
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize open issues/ tickets accordingly
- Problem solving skills and ability to review information and compile data appropriately as needed
- Must be able to work in a hybrid environment, spending an average of 2-3 days per week at our Columbia, MD office. However, flexibility is essential to accommodate any changes in the schedule.
Preferred Requirements
- Knowledge and/or experience with Go and Puppet.
- A current Secret level clearance is desired.
- Prior technical internship experience is a big plus.
- A Security+ certification is a plus, but not required.
We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.eitccorp.com [eitccorp.com].
Other facts
About HII's Mission Technologies division
HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force. Capabilities include C5ISR systems and operations; the application of AI and machine learning to battlefield decisions; defensive and offensive cyberspace strategies and EW; unmanned, autonomous systems; LVC solutions; platform modernization; and critical nuclear operations.
Together, HII's domain expertise and advanced technologies support mission partners anywhere around the globe.
What you'll do
- The intern will assist with the maintenance and upkeep of distributed computing systems and configuration management automation. They will also engage in scripting for automation and troubleshooting customer-reported issues.
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