About Samtek

At Samtek, we're redefining cloud innovation as an engineer-owned and operated, SBA-certified minority-owned small business founded in 2018. Our mission is simple: empower federal agencies and large enterprises with cutting-edge DevSecOps and cloud transformation solutions that drive security, scalability, and speed. From cloud-native application development and platform engineering to robust security implementations, data center migrations, and seamless operations, we deliver modern IT services backed by over 50 years of collective expertise.

We're a diverse, collaborative team that's passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology. Our culture thrives on curiosity, inclusivity, and real impact—whether it's optimizing cloud environments for mission-critical operations or fostering innovation in a supportive, hybrid work setting. Join us to work on high-stakes projects that matter, grow alongside top talent, and be part of a company that's not just building the future of cloud computing, but shaping it.

• Samtek: Where engineers lead, and excellence follows.

About the role

Our Summer Internship Program offers hands-on experience working with modern cloud platforms and enterprise technologies. Interns will gain exposure to AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, FinOps, and/or Microsoft Power Platform while working alongside experienced engineers and architects on real-world projects. 

This program is designed to provide practical learning, mentorship, and career development opportunities in cloud and digital transformation. 

What you'll do

Cloud Engineering (AWS, Azure, GCP) 

• Assist in designing, deploying, and managing cloud resources across AWS, Azure, and/or GCP 
• Support infrastructure provisioning using best practices (IaC exposure is a plus) 
• Help monitor cloud environments for performance, reliability, and availability 

Cloud Security 

• Learn and support cloud security best practices, including identity and access management (IAM) 
• Assist with security assessments, policy reviews, and compliance checks 
• Support vulnerability remediation and security monitoring activities 

FinOps (Cloud Cost Management) 

• Assist in analyzing cloud usage and cost reports 
• Help identify cost optimization opportunities and efficiency improvements 
• Support tagging, budgeting, and chargeback/showback initiatives  

Power Platform (PowerApps) 

• Assist in building low-code applications using PowerApps 
• Support automation workflows using Power Automate 
• Help integrate Power Platform solutions with cloud services and data sources 

Learning Opportunities 

• Hands-on experience with enterprise cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) 
• Exposure to real-world cloud security and FinOps practices 
• Practical development using Microsoft Power Platform 
• Mentorship from cloud engineers, security specialists, and architects  

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field 
• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts 
• Familiarity with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Eagerness to learn and work in a team environment 
• Coursework or projects related to cloud, security, or DevOps 
• Basic scripting knowledge (Python, PowerShell, or similar) 
• Exposure to PowerApps, Power Automate, or low-code platforms 

What we offer

• Structured internship program with clear learning objectives 
• Hands-on, real-world technical experience 
• Mentorship and professional development 
• Opportunity to present a final project at the end of the program 
• Potential consideration for future full-time or graduate roles