Red Hat Internship – Software Engineering Intern – Pune, India

Job Details
Job Title Software Engineering Intern
Company Red Hat
Location Pune, Maharashtra (Tower 6 / Pearl Tower)
Job Type Full-time Internship
Experience Required Students pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
Skills Required Java, C, JavaScript, Python, MySQL/MongoDB, Linux/UNIX, Agile
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Software Engineering Intern – Pune, India

Job Overview
Red Hat is looking for a passionate and curious Software Engineering Intern to join its engineering team in Pune. This internship offers hands-on experience with real projects, open-source technologies, and an opportunity to learn directly from industry experts. As an intern, you will work in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with the engineering team to solve complex and meaningful technical challenges.
  • Collaborate with teammates to define tasks, estimate effort, and deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Write clean, maintainable code along with automated tests to support continuous delivery pipelines.
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving team development practices.
  • Engage with mentors, peers, and cross-functional teams to understand engineering workflows.
  • Contribute to features, enhancements, or automation initiatives depending on project needs.
  • Actively participate in internal discussions, learning sessions, and intern activities.

Required Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
  • Strong foundation in at least one programming language such as Java, C, JavaScript, or Python.
  • Understanding of relational or non-relational databases like MySQL or MongoDB.
  • Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
  • Basic knowledge of Agile development practices.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
  • Understanding of Linux or UNIX operating systems.

Good to Have

  • Contributions to open-source projects or personal coding projects.
  • GitHub or portfolio demonstrating programming skills.
  • Curiosity to explore new technologies and learn how systems work behind the scenes.
  • Ability to analyze problems logically and propose innovative solutions.

Work Location
The internship will be based in the Pune office. You will work closely with engineering teams on-site, gaining exposure to real development workflows and collaborative problem-solving.

Why Join Red Hat as an Intern

  • Opportunity to work on impactful open-source projects used globally.
  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and industry leaders.
  • A culture that values openness, transparency, and innovation.
  • Networking opportunities with interns and professionals across multiple domains.
  • Skill development sessions, workshops, and real-world engineering experience.
  • Inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.

How to Apply
Candidates are encouraged to submit their updated resume along with any project links or GitHub profiles. Highlight your interest in open-source development, your technical strengths, and why you want to intern at Red Hat.