Cloud Solutions Intern

Job Title: Cloud Solutions Intern  Location: National Harbor, MD (On-Site)  Type: Maryland Lighthouse Industries & AI Internship Program (3 months)  Compensation: $20/hour    Please note - applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.   Ready to launch your cloud career? We're looking for curious, driven interns who want to get their hands dirty with Microsoft Azure! At Cloudforce, you won't be fetching coffee - you'll be learning from some of the best cloud engineers in the business, building real solutions, and getting paid to level up your skills. Whether you're configuring virtual machines, automating deployments, or hunting down cost savings like a cloud detective, you'll be doing meaningful work from day one. And the best part? This isn't just an internship - it's a launchpad. Prove yourself here, and you could grow into an Associate role and beyond. If you love technology, thrive on learning, and want to be part of a team that actually enjoys what they do, keep reading! 

Responsibilities:

• Dive into Microsoft Azure and learn how Cloudforce builds cloud solutions by working alongside talented technical teams. 

• Get hands-on with Azure by spinning up virtual machines, configuring storage accounts, and building virtual networks (with expert backup, of course). 

• Keep the gears turning with technical admin work like inventory management, asset tracking, and making sure everything follows the rules. 

• Become a documentation wizard - create guides, runbooks, diagrams, and checklists that actually help people get stuff done. 

• Explore the latest Azure services and emerging tech, then share what you discover with the team. 

• Jump into real Azure migration projects by validating data, running tests, and documenting the journey. 

• Play defense by setting up security controls, backup configs, and access policies to keep environments safe. 

• Track Azure spending like a budget detective and help find ways to optimize costs without sacrificing performance. 

• Experiment with Infrastructure as Code tools like ARM templates and Bicep to automate deployments and feel like a coding magician. 

• Be the troubleshooting sidekick - gather logs, reproduce issues, and team up with senior engineers to solve problems. 

• Level up your skills and unlock the path to Associate and beyond. 

• Swap knowledge with teammates, collaborate on cool automation projects, and maybe write a script or two that makes everyone's life easier.

Qualifications:

• Must have graduated (within 2 years) or be near completion of a college degree from a Maryland institute and/or be a Maryland resident. 

• Some technical foundation - no need to be an expert yet, but eager to become one. 

• An insatiable appetite for learning, especially cloud technologies and Microsoft Azure. 

• Strong drive, work ethic, and a clear vision for your goals. 

• Unparalleled initiative - you ask for more and aren't afraid to take on challenges. 

• Patience and persistence to find answers, no matter how long it takes. 

• Easy-going personality with no ego and a good sense of humor. 

• Strong written communication skills - you translate technical concepts into clear, concise language with personality. 

• Passion for people - you value relationships, collaboration, and giving back to the community. 

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services or completion of Azure fundamentals training (AZ-900 or equivalent). 

• Basic scripting or programming experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar languages. 

• Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux operating systems, cloud platforms, or personal projects involving automation or infrastructure. 

You Love To:

• Work in a dynamic team environment. 

• Learn and explore modern technologies. 

• Take initiative and manage your own time. 

• Analyze and solve tough technical problems by leveraging leading-edge technologies. 

• Demonstrate your expertise through a consultative and collaborative approach to engineering. 

• Interact with clients often and maintain excellent working relationships. 

• Join monthly company outings and quarterly local service projects. 

• Eat lunch as a team every Friday and have your hand at conquering our reigning ping-pong champions. 

This description highlights the core duties of the position; however, responsibilities may evolve as needs change and opportunities arise.    

 

About Us: 

Cloudforce is a spirited team defined by the shared values of excellence, growth, teamwork, passion, giving back, and glee. As technophiles, we thrive on the latest developments in our chosen field of expertise: cloud computing. As humans, we are driven by the opportunities to make life better through the thoughtful application of technology. At Cloudforce, these two pursuits combine to form an effective, human-centered approach for making cloud solutions accessible for businesses, app developers, and entrepreneurs, alike. 

We offer our employees unique opportunities to learn, grow, and be part of a team that believes in more than just typical nine-to-five activities. We’ve built a culture around openness, inclusiveness, giving back to the community, team building, and growth. Whether it be through monthly team outings, annual trips, or our frequent charitable activities, we’re serious about making each individual feel like they’re part of our team. 

Cloudforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, or genetic information.  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

P.S.... Wondering about our benefits? Here’s what we offer our temps: 

• Outstanding opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your network. 

• Brand-new, sun-filled National Harbor offices with scenic views of the Potomac, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and more. 

• Free monthly garage parking with direct private access to the office. 

• Sick and Safe Leave (2.83 hours/pay period) + 9 company-observed holidays. 

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 

• Complimentary snacks to keep you focused. 

• Friday lunch and shenanigans... on us! 

• State-of-the-art workspace. 

• Super cutting-edge technology. 

• 24/7 access to a modern gym with Tonal and Peloton. 

• Community involvement. 

• Great team synergy.