Software Engineering Full-Stack Internship - GenAI Studio (Waterford office, Ireland)

Red Hat, Inc.; Waterford; Hybrid; EUR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Hat, Inc. in Waterford, Ireland, invites motivated students to join our Software Engineering Full-Stack Internship for GenAI Studio.

You will gain hands-on experience with open source and Red Hat products in a full-stack capacity, working hybrid from the Waterford office from January 2027 to August 2027. You will collaborate on OpenShift/Kubernetes-backed backend and frontend work, build REST API integrations, write tests, and contribute to upstream open source on GitHub, with mentorship and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university program in Ireland for the full duration of the internship.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Some programming experience in TypeScript, Python, or Go.
• Interest in containers, Kubernetes, and cloud-native development.
• Comfort using the command line.

Responsibilities

• Work with OpenShift/Kubernetes resources and API routes backing GenAI Studio.
• Build and test backend integrations, including REST API usage and model serving endpoints.
• Debug issues across the stack from cluster problems to frontend rendering.
• Write and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, e2e).
• Contribute to upstream open source on GitHub with PRs and issue triage.
• Build frontend features in React/TypeScript when needed.

Skills

TypeScript

Python

Go

React

REST APIs

CLI

Problem solving

English

Education

Enrolled in accredited university program in Ireland

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

GitHub

Job description

## Software Engineering Full-Stack Internship - GenAI Studio (Waterford office, Ireland)Apply: Hybrid: Waterford City: Full time: Posted Today: R-059199The Red Hat Software Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated student who can join us in the Waterford office and who wants to gain hands-on experience with open source and Red Hat products in a full stack capacity. In this role, you will work in an environment where diverse perspectives are invited, the best ideas are valued, and people feel empowered to contribute. Freedom and courage are two of our core values, which is why you’ll need to be comfortable taking risks and exploring the unknown. But being a Red Hatter isn't just about being brave, it's also about demonstrating commitment and sticking to it. 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, full-time internship based in the Waterford office, with flexible working hours. The expected start date is January 2027.What you will do:* Work with OpenShift/Kubernetes resources (custom resources, operators, API routes) that back the GenAI Studio* Build and test backend integrations, including REST API consumption, MCP server connectivity, and model serving endpoints* Debug issues across the stack, from cluster-level resource problems to frontend rendering* Write and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, e2e)* Contribute to upstream open source development on GitHub: PRs, code reviews, issue triage* Build frontend features in React/TypeScript when needed* Participate in team ceremonies: daily standups, weekly 360 team syncs, release planningWhat you will bring:* You must be enrolled in an accredited university program in the Republic of Ireland during the full duration of the internship and must be able to join us full time from January till August 2027* Working knowledge of written and spoken English* Some programming experience (TypeScript, Python, Go, or similar)* Interest in learning containers, Kubernetes, and cloud-native development* Comfort using the command line* Interest in learning new technologies and problem-solvingThe following are considered a plus: * Hands-on experience with containers (Docker/Podman) or Kubernetes/OpenShift* Familiarity with REST APIs and how services communicate* Exposure to React or a similar frontend framework* Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Due to the limited number of internship opportunities and the high volume of applications, we may not be able to speak with every candidate. To maximize your chances of moving forward in the process, please ensure your CV clearly outlines your education, relevant projects (link to your git.hub account), and extracurricular activities.****Please apply for a maximum of three internship roles that best match your interests and skills.****