Trainee – Associate Software Engineer (Internship) – Red Hat

Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of enterprise open-source software solutions, is offering an exciting opportunity for aspiring software engineers to join as a Trainee – Associate Software Engineer in its Bangalore office. This internship program runs for a duration of six months from June to December 2026 and is designed to help students and recent graduates gain practical experience in modern software engineering technologies and practices.

As part of the Global Engineering team, trainees will work closely with experienced mentors and collaborate with international teams to contribute to real-world projects. The program provides hands-on exposure to open-source technologies and modern development practices while building a strong foundation in software engineering.

Role Overview

During the internship, you will work on multiple projects while learning and applying technologies such as Ansible, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), OpenShift, Artificial Intelligence, and cloud-native tools. You will also gain experience with programming languages and development tools including Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript, GitHub, and Agile methodologies.

The program focuses on practical learning, mentorship, and collaboration, allowing interns to build technical skills while contributing to Red Hat’s open-source ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Work closely with a senior mentor to design, develop, and maintain code using Python, Golang, or similar programming languages.
Develop new features and enhancements for Red Hat products.
Debug, identify, and track issues in Red Hat technologies such as RHEL, OpenShift, or other enterprise solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality Engineering, Product Management, Design, and Documentation teams.
Participate in the complete product development lifecycle from development to deployment.
Engage with other interns and team members to share ideas and technical knowledge.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree (2025 or 2026 batch) in Engineering or Technology (Computer Science / IT), Computer Applications, Science, or an equivalent field.
Basic knowledge of software engineering principles and programming concepts.
Familiarity with or willingness to learn programming languages such as Python, Golang, or similar technologies.
Working knowledge of written and spoken English.
Strong curiosity and passion for building and understanding software systems.
Ability to work collaboratively in a global team environment.

Learning Opportunities

Gain exposure to enterprise open-source technologies such as Ansible, RHEL, and OpenShift.
Develop practical programming and debugging skills in modern development environments.
Work with global engineering teams and contribute to real-world software projects.
Learn Agile development practices and collaborative software engineering workflows.
Build professional connections with engineers and other interns across Red Hat.

Location and Duration

Location: Bangalore, India
Program Duration: June 2026 – December 2026
Employment Type: Internship / Trainee Program

About Red Hat

Red Hat is a global leader in enterprise open-source software solutions, delivering high-performance technologies across Linux, cloud computing, containers, and Kubernetes platforms. With teams located in more than 40 countries, Red Hat enables organizations to build scalable, secure, and innovative digital solutions using open-source principles.

The company fosters a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and solve complex technical challenges. Red Hat’s culture is built on openness, transparency, and community-driven innovation.

Inclusion at Red Hat

Red Hat embraces diversity and inclusion as core values of its open-source culture. By welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, the company fosters collaboration and innovation across its global teams.

Red Hat strives to ensure equal access to opportunities for everyone and believes that the best ideas can come from anywhere within the community.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and reviews applications without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

The company also supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations during the application process. Candidates who require assistance with the online application may contact Red Hat’s application support team.