Summer Intern - Linux Administrator

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Summer internship

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC in the United States invites applications for a Linux Administrator intern. The role is a paid full-time hybrid internship for May–August 2027, reporting to the Linux Services Manager at the Cranberry facility.

You'll install, configure, and maintain Linux servers, monitor performance, implement security, and automate routine tasks using Bash or Python, gaining hands-on experience in a corporate IT environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in information systems.
• Completed Sophomore year of college.
• Linux OS proficiency (Ubuntu/SLES/Red Hat) and CLI scripting skills.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware or KVM).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and related software.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot to ensure reliability.
• Collaborate with IT teams on Linux-based solutions.
• Implement security measures and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform backups and disaster recovery to minimize data loss.
• Automate tasks using Bash or Python.
• Manage user accounts and access controls.

Skills

Linux proficiency

CLI & scripting

VMware / KVM

Education

Bachelor's degree – Information Systems

Sophomore year completed

Tools

VMware

KVM

Job description

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Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

As a Linux Administrator intern, you will help ensure the stability, security, and performance of Linux servers. The Linux Administrator intern collaborates with the IT team to handle Linux-based infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support to users.

You will report to the Linux Services Manager and be located at our Cranberry facility. This is a paid full-time hybrid position for the summer, May - August 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high reliability of Linux-based infrastructure
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement Linux-based solutions
• Implement and maintain security measures to protect Linux systems from unauthorized access and ensure compliance with industry regulations
• Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery procedures to minimize data loss and maintain business continuity
• Automate system administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Bash or Python to refine processes and improve efficiency
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure system security and data integrity
• Install, configure, and maintain network services, including DNS, DHCP, and LDAP
• Recommend hardware and software upgrades to improve system performance and scalability

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in information systems
• Completed Sophomore year of college
• Linux operating systems, including Ubuntu, SLES, or Red Hat proficiency
• Proficient in Linux command-line interface (CLI) and shell scripting
• Proficient in virtualization technologies, such as VMware or KVM

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The hourly rate for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $25.40 to $29.00 per hour.

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Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus and Innovation
• Speed and Passion to Win
• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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