Software Engineering Internship - Go (Brno office, Czech Republic)
Are you passionate about software development and eager to dive into the world of Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies? The Red Hat Observability Intelligence team is looking for an intern with experience in Go to join us in the Czech Republic. In this role, you will help develop Kubernetes operators that collect health data from OpenShift clusters, enabling predictive analytics to prevent issues before they arise.
This internship will provide hands-on experience in Go, Kubernetes operators, Git, and more. You will collaborate with engineers across multiple teams, improving your communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. You'll also work in a diverse, global environment, learning how to navigate different cultures and accents. Additionally, you will be mentored on-site by an engineer who was once in your shoes as a successful internship program alumnus.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain industry experience, sharpen your programming skills, and contribute to an innovative open-source ecosystem while working in an agile team environment.
At Red Hat, you’ll work in an environment that welcomes diverse perspectives, values great ideas, and empowers individuals to contribute meaningfully. Freedom and courage are two of our core values — which means you’ll have the space to take risks, explore the unknown, and grow your strengths. But being a Red Hatter is not just about bravery; it’s also about commitment and follow-through.
Red Hat’s Intern Program is a collaborative effort between the Emerging Talent team and our intern managers. The program is designed to offer a meaningful and well-rounded experience — combining professional development, networking opportunities, social engagement, and impactful work. This is a paid internship based in our Brno office, typically lasting 12 months, with the possibility to extend up to 24 months. Interns work on average 20 hours per week, with flexible working hours, and the expected start date is July 1st.
What will you do:
Learn and contribute to Red Hat OpenShift operators, such as Insights Operator and Deployment Validation Operator, that collect data for health check analysis
Collaborate with different Openshift Engineering teams to identify data resources with added value
Close cooperation with Quality Engineering team
Develop an understanding of best practices for Kubernetes operator development
Participate in Agile workflows, team discussions, and problem-solving sessions
What will you bring:
You must be enrolled in a Czech university (Bachelor’s 3rd/4th year or Master’s) for the full internship duration and be able to work full-time within 2 years.
Working knowledge of written and spoken English
Experience with any high level programing language - preferably Go
Basic understanding of containers technology
Open-minded with a deep desire to learn new things
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
The following are considered a plus:
Basic knowledge of Kubernetes or Red Hat Openshift
Python programming skills
Familiarity with microservices architectures
Interest in open-source software development
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