Associate Solutions Architect Internship 2027

Amazon Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Web Services (AWS) invites you to join as an Associate Solutions Architect Intern for 3 or 6 months in 2027, full-time, to design cloud and generative AI solutions and gain hands-on experience on real AWS projects.

You'll learn from experienced Architects, be mentored, and contribute to projects impacting customers worldwide. This internship serves as a pathway to our Solutions Architect Graduate Program, building foundational knowledge in cloud computing and AWS services.

Qualifications

• Fluent English (written and spoken) at C1 level or above.
• Penultimate or final year of Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering or related field, graduating 2027 or 2028.
• Experience with at least one modern programming language (Python/Java/C++/JavaScript).
• Right to work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the internship.
• Understanding of basic IT systems, software development, or system architecture concepts.

Responsibilities

• Complete a structured training curriculum to build cloud architecture foundations and develop expertise in AWS services.
• Analyze customer requirements and translate them into technical solution recommendations.
• Participate in solution design sessions and observe customer engagements with experienced Solutions Architects.
• Work on a real AWS project, applying architecture principles and building hands-on experience with AWS services.
• Develop communication skills by learning to present technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.

Skills

English fluency

Programming languages

IT fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering or related field

Job description

Join Amazon Web Services (AWS) as an Associate Solutions Architect Intern and launch your career in cloud computing. Available to work full-time for either 3 or 6 months during 2027, you'll gain hands-on experience designing cloud and generative AI solutions, learning from experienced architects, and working on real AWS projects that impact millions of customers worldwide.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's leading cloud computing platform, helping millions of customers - from startups to global enterprises - build and run applications without managing physical servers. We're seeking motivated individuals for our Associate Solutions Architect Intern program, a structured learning experience designed to develop the next generation of Cloud Solutions Architects.

This internship serves as a pathway to our Solutions Architect Graduate Program, offering you the opportunity to build foundational knowledge in cloud computing, AWS services, and solutions architecture principles in a supportive, education-first environment. You'll learn to understand customer requirements, build working cloud and AI solutions, and communicate technical recommendations effectively while being mentored by experienced Solutions Architects.

Key job responsibilities

• Complete a structured training curriculum to build cloud architecture foundations and develop expertise in AWS services
• Analyze customer requirements and learn to translate them into technical solution recommendations
• Participate in solution design sessions and observe customer engagements with experienced Solutions Architects
• Work on a real AWS project, applying architecture principles and building hands-on experience with AWS services
• Develop communication skills by learning to present technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences

A day in the life

As an Associate Solutions Architect Intern, you'll engage in a mix of structured learning and practical application. Your day might include attending training sessions on AWS services and the Well-Architected Framework, then applying those concepts to a real project you're building on AWS. You'll participate in solution design discussions, observing how experienced architects translate customer needs into technical recommendations. You might shadow customer engagements to see how solutions are presented to diverse audiences, then return to work on your own project, experimenting with AWS services and architecture principles. Throughout your internship, you'll develop presentation skills by communicating technical concepts to colleagues and mentors, receiving feedback that helps you grow as a solutions architect.

About the team

We are the EMEA Student Programs Team within AWS, dedicated to nurturing emerging talent in cloud computing. Our team collaborates across the organization to create meaningful internship experiences that bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world cloud architecture. We work with experienced Solutions Architects who are committed to mentoring the next generation of cloud professionals. Together, we're building a community of architects who understand how to solve complex business problems through innovative cloud solutions. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that values your growth, supports your learning journey, and helps you develop the skills needed to succeed in cloud consulting and solutions architecture.

Basic Qualifications

• Speak, write, and read fluently in English at C1 level or above
• Currently enrolled in penultimate or final year of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, graduating in 2027 or 2028
• Experience with at least one modern programming language (such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript)
• Understanding of basic IT systems, software development, or system architecture concepts
• Right to work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, or experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including security, storage, or databases (relational and/or NoSQL)
• Understanding of operating systems (Unix, Linux, and/or Windows)
• Interest in or experience with generative AI, for example building with LLM APIs, agents or AI coding assistants
• Experience with systems administration (Linux/Windows), network administration (DNS, IPsec, BGP, VPN, load balancing), or programming (Node.JS, Java, Ruby, C#, Python, or PHP)

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