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Site Reliability Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

Crusoe
Posted onFeb 2, 2026
LocationSan Francisco, California, United States (On-site)
Employment typeFull-time

Crusoe's mission is to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. We’re crafting the engine that powers a world where people can create ambitiously with AI — without sacrificing scale, speed, or sustainability.

Be a part of the AI revolution with sustainable technology at Crusoe. Here, you'll drive meaningful innovation, make a tangible impact, and join a team that’s setting the pace for responsible, transformative cloud infrastructure.

About the Role:

Join a mission-driven team at the forefront of distributed systems technology to help build a new cloud infrastructure from the ground up. As a Software Engineering Intern, you will play a vital role in developing a platform that powers innovation in high-stakes fields like artificial intelligence, graphics rendering, and computational biology. This isn't just a learning opportunity; it is a chance to take on real responsibility, solve production-level challenges, and contribute to Crusoe’s goal of creating sustainable, ethical, and high-performance computing solutions.

Throughout this 12-week, full-time in-person internship in our Dublin office, you will work on high-impact projects that go far beyond the classroom. You will receive one-on-one mentorship from industry experts, collaborating with a diverse team of engineers to build fault-tolerant systems and tools used by customers worldwide. We are seeking motivated, curious, and proactive students who are eager to forge valuable connections and kickstart their careers by tackling the most demanding computational challenges of today.

What You’ll Be Working On

  • System Development: Build and maintain scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant distributed systems at scale to support intensive computational workloads.

  • Product Creation: Develop innovative products and tools from the ground up that will be utilized by a global customer base.

  • Production Support: Triage bugs and resolve complex issues within production environments to ensure platform reliability.

  • Feature Iteration: Partner with product owners and stakeholders to design, test, and iterate on new features that drive platform growth.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior engineers and teammates to align technical tasks with broader company goals.

  • Mentorship Engagement: Participate in dedicated one-on-one mentorship sessions to accelerate your professional growth and technical mastery.

  • Strategic Problem Solving: Apply analytical thinking to troubleshoot and optimize complex systems for maximum efficiency.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

  • Current Enrollment: Must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

  • Graduation Timeline: Must have a projected graduation date of either Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.

  • Programming Proficiency: Demonstrated ability to code in at least one major language, such as Python, Java, C++, JavaScript, Rust, or Go.

  • CS Fundamentals: Strong foundational knowledge of computer science, specifically in data structures and algorithm design.

  • Communication Skills: Proactive communication style with a proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

  • Analytical Mindset: A talent for troubleshooting and a curiosity-driven approach to optimizing complex technical systems.

Bonus Points

  • Advanced Degree: Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Computer Science or a specialized Engineering field.

  • Previous Experience: Prior internship experience or personal projects involving distributed systems or cloud infrastructure.

  • Language Expertise: Deep familiarity with Rust or Go, specifically for system-level programming.

  • Niche Interests: Academic focus or interest in artificial intelligence, graphics rendering, or computational biology.

  • Dublin Local: Familiarity with or proximity to the Dublin tech ecosystem.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Crusoe is a vertically integrated AI infrastructure company that builds and operates sustainable data centers and cloud computing platforms powered by clean energy sources.

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