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SkillBridge Intern

Yuba City, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Continuous JOB SUMMARY Sutter County is offering SkillBridge internship opportunities for ... At this time, we offer three potential intern tracks; • HR Intern • Equipment Mechanic • ...

Skillbridge Intern

Phoenix, AZ

$15 - $19.75/hr

The SkillBridge intern will be paired with a Business Unit that corelates with their work experience, career interest, or educational background. Minimum Requirements - Must be an active Service ...

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How much do skillbridge intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for skillbridge intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Skillbridge Intern vs Skillbridge Associate?

AspectSkillbridge InternSkillbridge Associate
Required CredentialsMinimal; often students or entry-levelMore experience; sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, temporary placementMore responsibilities, ongoing projects
Employer UsageInternship program for transitioning service membersEntry-level role for skill development

The Skillbridge Intern role is typically a short-term, training-focused position for transitioning service members gaining industry experience. In contrast, the Skillbridge Associate involves more responsibilities and is suited for those with some prior experience, aiming to develop specific skills within the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Skillbridge Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Skillbridge Intern, you need a strong foundation in your military occupational specialty, a solid work ethic, and a willingness to learn new civilian industry practices. Familiarity with relevant industry tools, certifications, or software—such as Microsoft Office, project management platforms, or technical certifications—can be highly beneficial. Adaptability, strong communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills for transitioning effectively from military to civilian work environments. These skills and qualities enable Skillbridge Interns to bridge their military experience with civilian career success, ensuring a smooth transition and valuable contributions to host organizations.

What is a SkillBridge intern?

A SkillBridge intern is a participant in the Department of Defense program that allows transitioning service members to gain civilian work experience through internships with private sector companies before completing their military service. These internships typically last 3 to 6 months and focus on developing skills relevant to the intern's future career, often involving training, mentorship, and real-world projects. The program aims to facilitate a smooth transition to civilian employment and may provide opportunities for certifications or skill development.

How much do SkillBridge jobs pay?

SkillBridge internships typically do not offer paid compensation, as they are designed to provide military service members with civilian work experience before transitioning to the civilian workforce. However, some programs may offer stipends or cover certain expenses. Pay rates for civilian roles after completing SkillBridge vary based on industry, location, and role requirements.

Are they getting rid of SkillBridge?

There are no indications that the SkillBridge program is being discontinued. It remains a valuable opportunity for transitioning service members to gain civilian work experience through internships with civilian companies. The Department of Defense continues to support and promote the program as a pathway to employment after military service.

What companies participate in SkillBridge?

Many companies across various industries participate in SkillBridge, including those in technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. These companies offer internship opportunities for transitioning service members to gain civilian work experience while still on active duty, often involving skills training and certifications relevant to their fields.

What are the typical responsibilities and learning opportunities for a Skillbridge Intern during their internship?

As a Skillbridge Intern, you will typically be assigned to real-world projects that align with your military experience and career interests. You’ll work alongside civilian professionals, participate in team meetings, and gain hands-on exposure to industry tools and practices. The internship is structured to provide mentorship and feedback, helping you transition smoothly into the civilian workforce. You may also have opportunities to network, attend training sessions, and showcase your skills, which can open doors to permanent employment after the program.
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DevOps Engineer (Skillbridge Intern) - 28114

DevOps Engineer (Skillbridge Intern) - 28114

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Augusta, GA • On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

Full-time, Internship

Posted 11 days ago


Huntington Ingalls Industries rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 141 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 519 rated manufacturers


Job description

Enlighten, honored as a Top Workplace from USA Today, is a leader in big data solution development and deployment, with expertise in cloud-based services, software and systems engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. Enlighten provides continued innovation and proactivity in meeting our customers' greatest challenges.
We recognize that the most effective environment for your projects doesn't always look the same. Our hybrid work approach ensures that you can make lasting relationships with your team and collaborate in-person to get the job done-while having the flexibility to work from home when needed to achieve focused results.
Job Description
This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD SkillBridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. Enlighten Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with Enlighten.
Essential Job Responsibilities
The SkillBridge intern will train as a DevOps Engineer with Enlighten, reporting to a designated Enlighten Supervisor, with the goal of learning Enlighten's Enterprise approach to design, build, and optimize Joint Cyber Warfighter Architecture (JCWA) Common Runtime Stack for Data (JCRS-D) systems for automated deployments, scalable infrastructure, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. The intern will be assigned special projects as needed.
Desired End State (3-4 month target)
  • At the end of four months, the intern will be able to understand basic DevOps engineer concepts. DevOps engineers, as part of enterprise teams, manage, optimize, oversee, and monitor infrastructure deployment, application integration, and operational automation throughout the JCRS-D enclaves.
  • The intern will develop a good understanding of all critical tasks to successfully conduct devops engineer objectives:
    • Manage and configure Linux-based systems using Bash.
    • Develop automation scripts using Python to streamline operational tasks.
    • Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS).
    • Orchestrate and deploy containerized applications using Kubernetes.
    • Develop and manage Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
    • Identify ways to improve system reliability, deployment efficiency, and code quality.
    • Use data and operational metrics to discover tasks that can be automated.
  • Enlighten will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.

Assumptions/Restrictions
  • If candidate is selected and approved, SkillBridge Intern can travel in conjunction with this internship; Enlighten will fund all travel costs.
  • SkillBridge Intern will be available during core hours for critical meetings and training.

Training Plan
Phase 1 Basics
  • Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization
  • Week 2: Intro to the Joint Cyber Warfighter Architecture (JCWA) Common Runtime Stack for Data (JCRS-D) technologies and Enlighten's architecture.
  • Week 3: Linux fundamentals, system administration, and Bash scripting
  • Week 4: Intro to automation using Python and source control management (e.g., Git)

Phase 2 Infrastructure & Cloud Overview
  • Week 5: Introduction to AWS Cloud infrastructure (EC2, S3, IAM, VPCs)
  • Week 6: Containerization basics (Docker, Container Registries) and local development
  • Weeks 7-8: Kubernetes and AWS EKS workflows; Establish a development environment for deploying containerized applications into a cluster

Phase 3 CI/CD Development, Deployment, and Testing
  • Weeks 9-11: Modify and build CI/CD pipelines; automate application deploy infrastructure using code.
  • Weeks 12-13: Understand how to access logs to identify environment errors; understand common deployment/pipeline errors; troubleshoot cluster and automation errors.

Additional Goals
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles

Minimum Qualifications
  • Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service.
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
  • Additional experience dependent on Program of Instruction.

Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.
We have many more additional great benefits/perks that you can find on our website at www.eitccorp.com [eitccorp.com].

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