Innovation Research & Development Lab Intern

Who is Trace3

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate Automate Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine California. We employ more than 1200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver Indianapolis Grand Rapids Lexington Los Angeles Louisville Texas San Francisco.

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart-Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the big picture. We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice -The Stuff it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal mentallymapping outevery checkpoint on the pathway to success and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork -Humble Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the companys mission. We treat others with respect admit mistakes give credit where its due and demonstrate transparency. We bring the weather by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials struggles and failures not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

JOB SUMMARY:

Trace3 is an innovation partner to more than 2000 companies and has been growing at a double-digit rate for over a decade. Trace3 Innovation collaborates with the industry VC and start-up community clients and internal Trace3 teams to identify analyze and offer insights into emerging technology areas such as private/public cloud data intelligence security application/development and operations. The Trace3 Innovation Team identifies macro technology trends technology practice areas use cases and solutions across the market landscape. Solution partners from new start-ups to industry incumbents are evaluated.

Under the general direction of the Senior Director Research & Development the Innovation R&D Lab Intern supports the Innovation R&D Lab by building and maintaining Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments that support incubator prototypes proofs of concept minimum viable products (MVPs) and technical reviews of emerging solutions. The intern works alongside R&D engineers building from existing designs and templates and develops practical cloud engineering skills on the job with training and guidance. Prior professional AWS experience is not required.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN:

• Build and configure AWS environments from engineer-provided designs templates and checklists to support prototypes proofs of concept and MVPs
• Learn core AWS lab standards such as compute storage networking and identity and access management with training and guidance from R&D engineers
• Deploy vendor and open-source technologies under evaluation including security identity data and AI tools in lab environments for technical review
• Prepare test environments sample data and basic validation scripts for proofs of concept and technical reviews and capture the results
• Automate small well-scoped lab tasks with scripting and learn infrastructure as code tools alongside engineers
• Document build steps configurations and lessons learned with R&D engineers reviewing and owning the final runbooks
• Track and report resource usage and cost for assigned environments and shut down or remove resources that are no longer needed
• Troubleshoot environment issues and escalate blockers promptly to R&D engineers
• Observe team meetings technical reviews and vendor briefings and prepare notes with takeaways and follow-up questions
• Complete a capstone project near the end of the internship such as a documented test environment for a technology under evaluation and present it to the team
• R&D engineers own security access and cost controls and the intern works within them in approved lab accounts only; the intern does not use client data or engage clients or vendors directly without approval
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
  
  

ELIGIBILITY AND PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Enrollment in the Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate program at an accredited college or university
• Candidates should be pursuing a field of study applicable to the Innovation R&D Lab internship such as computer science information technology cybersecurity cloud computing or a related field
• Fundamental understanding of cloud computing concepts such as virtualization storage networking and the shared responsibility model; coursework or personal projects are acceptable
• Basic familiarity with Linux the command line and at least one scripting language such as Python Bash or PowerShell
• Hands-on AWS experience or a foundational certification such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner is ideal but not required; training will be provided
• Familiarity with Git and infrastructure as code tools is a plus
• Interest in cybersecurity identity AI or agentic technologies is a plus
• Excellent technical documentation and artifact creation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better; People and Organizational Health may require a copy of the applicants transcript
• Academic or professional/internship experience working in a professional setting is a plus
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accepts direction on given assignments
• Willingness to learn new technologies on the job and to ask questions early
• Self-motivated individuals with a customer mindset and desire to help people
• Enthusiasm for technical problem solving with attention to detail and strong communication skills
• Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the internship

The Perks

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match 529 College Savings Plan Health Savings Account Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3s DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership character and passion in all that we do.

Were committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected valued and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation improves outcomes fosters collaboration boosts teammate satisfaction and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications merit and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) national origin age (40 or older) disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations and will not be used in employment decisions including hiring promotions or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview please email.

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