Cloud DevOps & Backend Intern - C#, Docker, Azure

WEX Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, &/+

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

WEX Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to work with engineers and product managers on real-world challenges. You will gain hands-on experience with modern cloud infrastructure, backend tools, and AI-driven development.

The 13-week paid internship runs from late May to mid-August with mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to lead projects. Remote, hybrid, and onsite options are available to fit your schedule as you learn, build, and contribute.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in CS, ML, SWE or related field, sophomore year or higher.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and C# through coursework or projects.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and basic Python; interest in Cursor AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Build Infrastructure & Tools: Containerize applications and manage deployments using Docker, Kubernetes, and Azure.
• Develop Backend Services: Write clean C# code to build internal developer tools, templates, and backend components.
• Leverage Modern AI Workflows: Utilize Cursor AI tools and explore AI agents to streamline development and automate workflows.
• Learn & Collaborate: Partner with senior engineers to learn CI/CD practices, cloud architecture, and DevOps standards in an agile environment.

Skills

Docker

Kubernetes

C#

Azure

Python

Cursor AI

Education

Bachelor's degree expected in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Job description

WEX Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Software Engineer Intern to work with engineers and product managers on real-world challenges. You will gain hands-on experience with modern cloud infrastructure, backend tools, and AI-driven development.

The 13-week paid internship runs from late May to mid-August with mentorship, professional development, and opportunities to lead projects. Remote, hybrid, and onsite options are available to fit your schedule as you learn, build, and contribute.