Systems Engineer Intern - Summer 2026, Ashburn

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Ashburn, VA
In-Office
35-40 Hourly
Internship
Fintech • Information Technology • Payments
Join a world leader in payments and technology!
The Role
The intern will assist with cloud infrastructure development, deploy solutions, automate deployments, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to GenAI initiatives.
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Company Description

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.  

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa. 

Job Description

Visa’s Internship Program provides an immersive, 12-week journey where you’ll work on impactful projects that drive Visa’s mission forward. As a Visa intern, you’ll build valuable connections across the organization, sharpen your communication and business acumen, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, global environment. 

Throughout the program, you’ll have exclusive access to interactive workshops and learning sessions designed to deepen your expertise, expand your industry knowledge, and elevate your professional skillset. You won’t just be learning, you’ll be contributing, collaborating, and innovating every step of the way. In addition to professional development, you’ll enjoy a variety of intern social events that foster community, connection, and fun throughout the summer. 

The experience culminates in an exciting final presentation, where you’ll showcase your project achievements, share key insights, and present your recommendations to Visa’s leaders and stakeholders. This is your chance to demonstrate your business impact, highlight your personal growth, and align your work with Visa’s vision for the future. 

The IaaS Systems and Storage Engineering (ISSE) team is part of the Operations and Infrastructure organization.

Vision: Deliver best-in-class, on‑demand infrastructure everywhere.

Mission: Build secure, reliable private and hybrid cloud infrastructure using modern, open technologies at optimal cost.

Purpose: Accelerate developer innovation and reduce infrastructure overhead.

You will join a team of systems DevOps engineers and architects who adopt and engineer technologies for Visa’s container platforms, with a focus on Kubernetes, microservices, and cloud infrastructure. Candidates should have experience deploying solutions on AWS, GCP, or Azure, along with strong DevOps, automation, and Infrastructure‑as‑Code skills. The role includes building foundational public cloud services, improving security and cost efficiency, and enhancing developer productivity.

Some examples of previous summer intern job duties and projects:

  • Assist with designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Develop and maintain IaC scripts using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools
  • Create reusable IaC templates aligned with security and technology standards
  • Support infrastructure deployments and CI/CD pipelines
  • Troubleshoot cloud issues and recommend improvements
  • Help build automated deployment systems for better speed and reliability
  • Ensure compliance with security standards and support remediation
  • Use GenAI tools to enhance automation and troubleshooting
  • Contribute to GenAI initiatives and project development
  • Participate in sprint ceremonies and maintain accurate documentation
  • Write runbooks, SOPs, and technical guides

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, graduating December 2026-August 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience or coursework with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Basic programming or scripting skills in languages like Python, Bash, Go, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or PowerShell
  • Familiarity with Linux or Windows environments and container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals, operating systems, version control (Git), and GitOps concepts
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible
  • Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or CircleCI
  • Awareness of cloud security principles, IAM, VPNs, firewalls, and compliance best practices
  • Experience or coursework with monitoring and logging tools such as CloudWatch, Prometheus, or Grafana
  • Knowledge of SQL or NoSQL databases
  • Exposure to generative AI platforms and cloud-native AI tools, or strong interest in AI‑driven automation
  • Strong problem‑solving, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and willingness to learn

Additional Information

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated hourly range for a new hire into this position is $35-$40/hr which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program. 

Work Authorization: Visa will not sponsor applicants for work visas in connection with this position. Future sponsorship will not be considered. 

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

This is a hybrid position: Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time. 

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. 

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law. 

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

Top Skills

AWS
Azure
Bash
CloudFormation
Docker
GCP
Go
Java
JavaScript
Kubernetes
Powershell
Python
Terraform
Typescript
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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
26,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1958

What We Do

At Visa, we are driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. As our products and technology have evolved with the world, Visa remains ubiquitous, reaching new customers in new and often invisible ways. We are at the center of this digital revolution with a network that connects people with over 80 million businesses all over the world. And Visa’s network is expanding, accelerating our growth. Our resilient business model, with its strong track record of success, will provide you with amazing opportunities to grow in your career, as well.

We are looking for people like YOU. Come join a people-centric company where you can invest in your career.

For more information, visit visa.com/about, visacorporate.tumblr.com and @VisaNews on Twitter.

Why Work With Us

Our employees are our company. Creating an inclusive and diverse workplace has been our key priority. With our purpose to “uplift everyone, everywhere” as our guide, we’re building an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated and drive success inside our company and out in our communities.

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