Cloud Infrastructure Intern
NexusPoint Systems | Solutions Architecture Team | Perth, WA
Are you passionate about cloud technology and eager to gain hands-on experience with enterprise infrastructure? Join our Solutions Architecture team and help transform how mid-market businesses leverage cloud technology across Western Australia.
About the Role
We’re looking for a motivated Cloud Infrastructure Intern to support our growing cloud migration practice. Reporting to Senior Solutions Architect Liam Foster, you’ll work directly on client projects while learning industry-standard tools and practices. This 6-month internship offers genuine exposure to AWS and Azure environments, infrastructure automation, and client-facing project work.
Our Solutions Architecture team of 4 professionals manages complex cloud migrations for organisations with 50-500 employees. You’ll be contributing to real projects from day one, not just observing from the sidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud Migration Support: Assist with discovery and planning phases for client cloud migrations, including environment assessments and dependency mapping
- Infrastructure Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for client environments, network diagrams, and migration runbooks
- Infrastructure as Code: Learn and implement Terraform and CloudFormation templates under senior guidance
- Environment Monitoring: Help configure monitoring and alerting for newly migrated workloads using CloudWatch and Azure Monitor
- Client Deliverables: Contribute to migration reports, technical recommendations, and project status updates
- Lab Environment Management: Maintain our internal testing environments for proof-of-concept work
- Research & Analysis: Investigate emerging cloud services and prepare briefings for the team on new AWS/Azure features
What You’ll Bring
- Currently studying Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (2nd year minimum)
- Basic understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN)
- Familiarity with at least one cloud platform (AWS or Azure) through coursework or personal projects
- Experience with Windows and Linux command line interfaces
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written communication - you’ll be contributing to client documentation
- Genuine interest in infrastructure automation and cloud architecture
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to ask for help
Preferred but not essential: - AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals certification - Basic scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python) - Understanding of virtualisation concepts
What We Offer
- $25/hour with flexible hours to accommodate study commitments
- Mentorship from experienced cloud architects including direct guidance from Liam Foster
- Certification support - we’ll cover AWS/Azure certification costs and provide study time
- Real client project experience with established WA businesses
- Access to our comprehensive lab environment with multiple cloud subscriptions
- Potential pathway to graduate position based on performance
- Modern office environment in Perth CBD with hybrid work options
- Team lunches and professional development sessions
Growth & Learning
This internship is designed to accelerate your cloud career. Previous interns have gone on to full-time roles at NexusPoint or secured cloud engineer positions with our enterprise clients. You’ll gain exposure to:
- Multi-cloud architecture patterns
- Enterprise security requirements
- Client stakeholder management
- Infrastructure automation best practices
- Disaster recovery planning
How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in cloud infrastructure to careers@nexuspoint.com.au with “Cloud Infrastructure Intern” in the subject line. Include any relevant coursework, personal projects, or certifications.
Application deadline: Rolling basis - early applications encouraged
Questions about the role? Feel free to reach out to Jordan Reeves, our People & Culture Coordinator, at jordan.reeves@nexuspoint.com.au.
NexusPoint Systems is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members can contribute their best work.