IT Engineering Intern (Path to Full-Time Employment)

Sharp Brains; Lahore; On-site; PKR 223,200 - 390,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship stipend

Mentorship with senior engineers

Certification sponsorship

Job summary

Sharp Brains is seeking a hands-on infrastructure intern in Lahore to work with senior IT engineers designing, deploying, monitoring, and securing the systems that power our organization. You’ll gain real experience with Linux, networking, the cloud, and automation beyond password resets.

Upon successful completion, you may transition into a permanent Junior IT Engineer or Systems Administrator role, taking ownership of critical infrastructure components and advancing toward higher levels.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS) and Windows Server environments.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, and firewall fundamentals.
• Basic proficiency in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python, or PowerShell).
• Familiarity with any cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a strong plus.
• You love puzzles and debugging when things go down.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain servers (Windows/Linux) on‑prem and in cloud.
• Networking: Configure routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs for connectivity.
• Cloud Operations: Manage cloud resources, VMs, containers, and storage.
• Automation & Scripting: Write scripts to automate tasks and deployments (IaC).
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor performance, uptime, and security alerts; diagnose issues.
• Security: Implement basic cybersecurity best practices and access controls.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Ensure regular backups and test recovery protocols.

Skills

Linux

Networking

Cloud platforms

Automation

Scripting

Security basics

Backup & DR

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/CE

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Windows Server

Ubuntu/CentOS

AWS/Azure/GCP

PowerShell

Job description

This is a hands-on infrastructure internship. You won't just be resetting passwords or plugging in cables. You will work alongside our senior IT engineers to design, deploy, monitor, and secure the systems that power our entire organization.

This role is perfect for a CS/IT grad who loves Linux, networking, the cloud, and automation. Upon successful completion, you will transition into a permanent Junior IT Engineer or Systems Administrator role, taking ownership of critical infrastructure components.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Assist in deploying, configuring, and maintaining servers (Windows/Linux) both on-premise and in the cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Networking: Support network configuration, including routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs to ensure seamless connectivity.
• Cloud Operations: Help manage cloud resources, virtual machines, containers (Docker/Kubernetes), and storage solutions.
• Automation & Scripting: Write scripts (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to automate repetitive system administration tasks and deployments (Infrastructure as Code).
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor system performance, uptime, and security alerts. Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues in real-time.
• Security: Implement basic cybersecurity best practices—patching systems, managing user access controls, and assisting with vulnerability assessments.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Ensure regular backups are performed and assist in testing recovery protocols.

What We Are Looking For (The Fresh Grad)

• Education: Recent graduate (0–1 year) with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Operating Systems: Solid understanding of Linux (Ubuntu/CentOS) and Windows Server environments.
• Networking Basics: Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/HTTPS, and firewall fundamentals.
• Scripting: Basic proficiency in at least one scripting language (Bash, Python, or PowerShell).
• Cloud Curiosity: Familiarity with any cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a strong plus (even if just from personal projects or certifications).
• Problem-Solver: You love puzzles. When a server goes down or a network times out, you don't panic—you debug.

The "Conversion to Full-Time" Promise

We view every intern as a potential long-term team member. Your onboarding and training are investments we make because we want you to grow with us.

• Performance Milestones: Successfully onboard internal systems, complete infrastructure projects (e.g., automating a manual backup process), and maintain high system availability.
• Conversion Criteria: Successful completion of the internship, demonstrated reliability in handling system tickets, and proactive improvement of our infrastructure will result in a permanent job offer.
• Growth: Once permanent, you will have a clear career path toward Senior Systems Engineer, Cloud Architect, DevOps Engineer, or Cybersecurity Specialist—with budget allocated for certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, CCNA, CompTIA Security+).

Why Join Us?

• Real Responsibility: From Day 1, you'll touch production environments (with safety rails, of course!).
• Mentorship: Direct access to senior infrastructure leads who will guide you through complex architectures and career advice.
• Certification Sponsorship: We cover the cost of relevant IT certifications to boost your credentials.
• Compensation: Competitive internship stipend + performance bonuses. (Permanent role includes a highly competitive base salary and health benefits).