Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer Intern

About our group:

As a part of the Global Infrastructure Services team, our goal is to provide reliable computer, storage and network services to all Seagate factories and design center operations. Our motto is to architect and transform our computer/storage/network systems with standard consistent architecture globally to achieve stability, service agility, simplified support, and ease of management by any Administrators across the globe. Seagate is the leader in enterprise and cloud storage solutions, 40% of the world’s data is stored on Seagate devices.

To ensure that all new Interns can benefit as effectively as possible during their time here, we offer an 11 month development opportunity called Campus to Corporate Training Program.

This Program is in place to prepare and support you by equipping you with the skills, knowledge and tools that assist you to succeed. 

This can be anything from Workshops on: Learning: Gain valuable industry and corporate knowledge. Grow: Expand your professional skills, discover your strengths and explore your future career opportunities. Connect: Foster valuable relationships with peers and industry professionals for your career growth.

About the role - you will:

Seagate’s IT Global Infrastructure Services (GIS) organization is seeking an intern to help optimize and continuously improve our business processes and projects. The intern will assist the IT Infrastructure team with the day-to-day operations and administration of Linux and Kubernetes systems to automate the support activities, analyze and provide key insights to optimize these environments for efficiency, security and reliability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic individual to work as a Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer Intern.  This is an 11-month Internship starting on Monday, 31st August 2026 and finishing Friday, 20th August 2027. 

Intern duties will include but are not limited to:  

•    Supporting the Linux and Kubernetes teams in the day-to-day operations and administration of these environments
•    Work on global server deployments, server patching, resource monitoring, storage integration, security compliance and break/fix troubleshooting
•    Write and maintain scripts and tools (mostly Python & Bash based scripting) to streamline processes and ensure operational efficiency
•    Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies
•    Work on global Kubernetes deployments and help optimize the CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and other tools
•    Analyze and optimize the monitoring and observability efforts using tools like Zabbix, Prometheus and Grafana
•    Produce documentation for tasks completed, according to established standards
•    Engage in a culture of can do, innovation, and continuous learning

About you:

•    Currently undertaking a bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related discipline
•    Good administration and troubleshooting skills
•    Familiar with Linux, preferably Red Hat or CentOS
•    Awareness of container technologies (Kubernetes, Docker) and CI/CD practices
•    Scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash, or Go)
•    Awareness of automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible and Terraform
•    A desire to write tools and scripts to automate work rather than do things manually
•    Familiarity with tools for monitoring and system alerting
•    Professional and positive communication skills
•    Ability to proactively identify and resolve issues
•    Excellent team player able to work with global cross-functional teams
•    Previous internship and/or project experience is a plus

Your experience includes:

•    Familiar with Linux, preferably Red Hat or CentOS administration
•    This role requires working collaboratively, strong communication, heightened attention to detail, superb organization, and collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders across the globe.
•    Self-motivated, independent and a team player with strong analytical skills.

You might also have:

•    Currently undertaking a Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant qualification.

Completed applications should be submitted no later than midnight on Monday, 5th January 2026.

This is a Full-Time position working 39 hours per week, on-site working. The placement dates are: Starting on Monday, 31st August 2026 and finishing Friday, 20th August 2027

*Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in the UK. without the requirement to be sponsored by Seagate. This role does not meet the criteria set by the Home Office for sponsorship on a Skilled Worker Visa as such sponsorship of this visa cannot be offered.

Please demonstrate on your Cover Letter or CV how you meet the criteria set out in the job description identified above. 

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Seagate Technology is committed to equal opportunity in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community irrespective of sex, marital status, religious affiliation, age, disability or ethnic origin. The Company specifically welcomes applications from the protestant community who are currently underrepresented in this job category. All applications will be considered strictly on the basis of merit.

Location:

Springtown, Derry / Londonderry, Northern Ireland

Our Springtown site is Derry/Londonderry’s largest manufacturer, we’re proud that Seagate is a flexible and inclusive place to work. We have more than 1,400 employees spanning research and development, manufacturing, and many other functions.

Here at work, you can grab breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks at our subsidized on-site cafe. 

Looking for an active break from your workday? We’ve got you covered. Take a group or individual exercise class during lunch or after work at our on-site gym. 

Network with your colleagues through the Young Professionals Network, Women’s Leadership Group, the Carers Café (for caregivers of individuals with disabilities), Volunteer in the community with our support! Join our creative network, which includes a choir, foreign language classes and even a cookery class! 

Join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG), a voluntary, employee-led community built on a shared diversity identity and/or an appreciation of that identity, open to ALL current employees at Seagate! 

See list below of many of our Springtown Company Benefits:

•    Health – Statutory sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare service, Employee assistance programmes, and On-site gym/ exercise classes / personal trainer.
•    Work Life Balance – Annual Leave & Bank Holidays,
•    Finance – Pension – employer contributory scheme, Employee stock purchase plan, Competitive base pay, Pay for civil / jury duty, bereavement leave.
•    Career – Training and development opportunities, Learning & development programmes including Campus to Corporate.

Location: Springtown, United Kingdom
Travel: None