Cloud Engineer Summer 2027 Intern | Enterprise Technology & Security Summer Internship Program

About the role

The Cloud Engineer Intern will work alongside engineers to modernize how Citizens stores and accesses data. This 10‑week internship begins in late May 2027 and is based at one of the company’s headquarters in Johnston, RI; Phoenix, AZ; or Plano, TX.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to blueprint design and cloud architecture concepts while contributing to the development of cloud‑based solutions.
• Develop an understanding of cloud‑based solution implementation by supporting cloud technologies across the organization.
• Strengthen technical problem‑solving skills by providing technical support to cloud solution end users and partners.
• Build experience monitoring the performance of cloud applications and solutions and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Develop a strong foundation in cloud security and engineering best practices by supporting adherence to cybersecurity protocols and collaborating with cybersecurity and software engineering teams.

Program Experience

• Orientation and networking with all ETS interns.
• Professional development workshops (e.g., Personal Branding and Communicating with Impact).
• Social activities such as sporting events and a bank‑wide intern BBQ.
• Dedicated community service activities.

Career Path

High‑performing interns may be extended an offer to return as a full‑time colleague in the Enterprise Technology & Security Development Program (ETSDP) upon graduation, which provides a pathway into software, network/systems, data or cloud engineering, technology risk, and security roles.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software development, or another technology‑related field; expected graduation May 2028.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Solid understanding of one or more programming languages, frameworks, libraries, or data formats (Java, JavaScript, C, Python, .NET, Node, SQL).
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a team environment with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Successful completion of a video interview assessment within 4 days of receipt.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud engineering through internships or coursework (e.g., developing cloud solutions, cloud architecture, cloud adoption plans, cloud application design).
• Cybersecurity coursework.
• Exposure to one or more of the following: AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, IaC tools, Kibana, DataDog, Python, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with software automation, APIs, AI‑assisted development tools, or cloud‑based AI services via coursework, personal projects, internships, or hackathons.

Schedule

40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm.