Cloud Architecture Intern

Note: Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus or commissions.

CPower is the leading, national distributed energy resources monetization and Virtual Power Plant provider, creating the Customer-Powered Grid® that will enable a flexible, clean and dependable energy future. With ~6.7 GW of capacity at 27,000 sites across the U.S., we unlock the full value of DERs to strengthen the grid when and where reliable, dispatchable resources are needed most. CPower is based in Baltimore, MD., and is owned by LS Power, a development, investment and operating company focused on the power and energy infrastructure sector.

We are looking for a Cloud Architecture Intern to work alongside experienced cloud architects to understand the intricacies of cloud technologies and contribute to real-world projects. This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions.  

Program Overview

This paid internship program will run for 11 weeks beginning June 2, 2025 and ending August 15, 2025.

This is a hybrid position with the intern working remotely and at our office in Baltimore, MD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research on cloud technologies, platforms, and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Design and Architecture: Assist in designing and developing cloud-based solutions, including infrastructure as code (IaC) and cloud-native applications.
• Implementation and Deployment: Deploy and configure cloud resources, utilizing tools like Terraform.
• Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor cloud environments, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies.
• Security and Compliance: Contribute to ensuring the security and compliance of cloud-based systems.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, DevOps engineers, and security experts.

Requirements

• Rising Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of networking, security, and database concepts.
• A passion for technology and a desire to learn.
• All applicants must be able to provide documentation that they are legally eligible to work in the United States for an extended period, and will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status to work legally for our Company in the United States.

EEO Statement

CPower is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success as a company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.