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Role Overview
As a Qualcomm IT Infrastructure & Cloud Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of what exists and help establish the new standards for tomorrow. You will leverage your degree to make an immediate impact on one of Qualcomm’s numerous technologies.
This internship supports the IT Infrastructure & Cloud track. Based on your resume, you will be aligned to projects within this track.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
Must be available for 11–14 weeks during Summer 2027 (May–September)
Expected graduation date of November 2027 or later
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates actively pursuing a degree with an anticipated graduation between November 2027 and June 2028
Practical experience developing software or meeting operational needs with code and scripting (Bash, Python, Perl, Ruby, and/or Java)
Experience with automation tools development, CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins), source control management, software integration, scripting, and working in a DevOps environment (e.g., Ansible)
Experience in IT infrastructure, networking, infrastructure automation, end-user services, collaboration, and communication tools
Knowledge of servers (physical, virtual), cloud platforms (AWS preferred, Azure, GCP), and containers (Docker/Kubernetes)
Python web development experience
Qualcomm’s Internship Program
Our interns join world-class teams to help define and build what is next for mobility and the world. You’ll be paired with a mentor with visibility to your project and team, receive support from your manager, and have access to the entire Qualcomm employee community to ensure your success. To round out your summer internship, we host professional development workshops, social events, cross-functional speaker sessions, and an executive speaker series. In addition to competitive hourly pay and accrued vacation time, you will receive relocation coverage and furnished housing accommodations for the duration of your internship.
Internship opportunities may be available in the following locations, depending on team and project needs: Austin, Boulder, Boxborough, Bridgewater, Chandler, Irvine, New York City, Louisville, Raleigh, San Diego, Santa Clara, and Seattle.
Application Process
By applying here, you are expressing interest in one of our many 2027 Qualcomm IT Infrastructure & Cloud internships. It is important to note that this is not a job posting for a specific role. We will review resumes on an ongoing basis, and a recruiter may reach out to you. Advancing candidates may be invited to complete a timed HackerRank challenge to evaluate their technical skill set.
Future Employment Considerations
This internship aligns to a potential role that is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.
Export Control Notice
This role may require an export license for candidates with citizenship in certain countries (see current country list below – subject to change). Qualcomm, like other companies, is experiencing significant delays in the export license process. Please be advised that if an export license is required, you may not be able to start work with Qualcomm until the license is granted, which may impact your ability to participate in the internship.
Countries requiring export
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Cuba, Georgia, Hong Kong, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Libya, Macau, Moldova, Mongolia, Nicaragua, North Korea, Russia, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Yemen.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits
$17.00 - $98.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
