US 2026 Summer Internships - DevOps Engineering - Xbox Advertising

Job Title:

US 2026 Summer Internships - DevOps Engineering - Xbox Advertising

Requisition ID:

R026749

Job Description:

Xbox Advertising builds the player-first, full-stack monetization technology that powers advertising across Xbox surfaces and ad-supported gameplay. We enable meaningful player engagement, publisher success, and platform growth by delivering trusted, high-quality ad experiences at global scale. Backed by Xbox and Microsoft, our platform blends deep gaming insights, privacy-forward data, and world-class engineering to make Xbox Ads the most effective and trusted ad platform in gaming.

We are looking for talented and innovative students to join us for summer 2026. All interns will receive a meaningful project and an unparalleled experience. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to learn. The challenging and creative work you do throughout your internship will directly impact the team.

Internship Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program and graduating December 2026 – July 2027 

• Available to participate in a 12-week internship starting in late-May or mid-June  

• Currently residing in the US or open to relocating oneself to the US  

• Exhibits learning agility; has the ability to think differently, and/or grasp and apply new skills and concepts  

• Approaches problems in a clear, well-organized, and solutions-oriented manner  

• Works well with others and contributes to team tasks  

• Able to effectively communicate problems, solutions, needs, or priorities  

• Is engaged, seeks to learn, and is able to manage time effectively  

• Applicants must apply with a resume to be considered  

Internship Positions:

This internship will be conducted in-person in San Francisco, CA. Hosting managers will determine when and how often interns work in the office. All interns will have the option to opt into relocation services (flights, trains, or car mileage reimbursement). Additionally, all interns will be provided with a living stipend to subsidize housing, utility, commuting, and miscellaneous costs.  

DevOps Engineering Internship:

Responsibilities:

• Support the Platform Engineering team as they oversee how infrastructure is provisioned, secured, and operated across environments

• Work on real production-adjacent platform initiatives that reduce operational risk and improve developer experience.

• Design a solution, implement it in code, pilot it with a small set of teams/services, and ship documentation with a rollout plan

• Interns will learn how to turn an ambiguous platform problem into a shipped, measurable outcome

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in computer science (or equivalent field)

• Experience with Python and Golang

• Experience with Linux

• Experience with networking

• Understanding of the software development lifecycle

• Experience with Kubernetes operational platforms, CI/CD automation, and cloud governance is a plus

• Exposure to DevOps engineering through personal projects, school projects, or employment is a plus

Our World
Xbox Advertising  builds the player-first, full-stack monetization technology that powers advertising across Xbox surfaces and ad-supported gameplay. We enable meaningful player engagement, publisher success, and platform growth by delivering trusted, high-quality ad experiences at global scale. Backed by Xbox and Microsoft, our platform blends deep gaming insights, privacy-forward data, and world-class engineering to make Xbox Ads the most effective and trusted ad platform in gaming.

Rewards

We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!  Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;
• 401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;
• Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;
• Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;
• If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.

Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company.  You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/.

In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $20.00 - $50.00 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable.