Co-op Winter 2027 DevOps Engineering - 8-16 Months
An 8-16 month DevOps engineering co-op/internship at a defence contractor, supporting software and firmware build systems, automated testing, and tooling for mission-critical land operations systems. Must be enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution; work spans Ottawa, ON or Calgary, AB.
- Compensation
- CA$25–CA$33 / hr
- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Internship
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Devops
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Enrolled at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution and eligible for a co-op work term; must upload proof of enrolment and academic transcript
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Familiarity with computer networking and networking equipment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiastic, willing to learn, and takes ownership of assigned work
Nice to have
- Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages such as C/C++, C#, Java, or Python
- Exposure to DevOps tools such as Ansible, Docker, or Kubernetes
- Familiarity with MS Windows Server, Linux, or virtual machine environments
- Familiarity with enterprise tools such as GitLab, Rational Team Concert, DOORS/DOORS NG, or JIRA/Confluence
- Experience working with or familiarity with AI/ML models
Full description
Co-op Winter 2027 DevOps Engineering - 8-16 Months
- Intern
Build bold. Deliver impact. Win together.
At General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada, we’re not just engineering technology — we’re shaping the future of defence and security. Our teams design and deliver advanced, mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, strengthen communities, and protect the people we serve.
If you’re looking for meaningful work that contributes to a safer, more secure world, you’ll find purpose here. Every day, your skills will directly impact programs that matter.
To be considered for this opportunity, you must be enrolled at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution and be eligible for a co-op work term during the period specified in the job posting. As part of your application, you must upload proof of enrolment and your most recent academic transcript.
We're seeking a DevOps Engineering co-op to join our Ottawa, ON or Calgary, AB team Fall 2026.
In this role, students contribute to the development, integration, and sustainment of software and firmware systems that support defence operations. These positions provide hands‑on experience with build systems, automated testing, tooling evaluation, and DevOps practices. Students gain exposure to critical software capabilities used in land operations, including systems deployed on vehicles, command posts, and other operational platforms.
In this role you can expect to:
- Support and contribute to software and firmware build systems, helping ensure reliable and repeatable builds.
- Evaluate, document, and analyze software tools, providing actionable insights to engineering and product teams.
- Assist with the management and improvement of automated test systems, gaining exposure to test frameworks and scripting.
- Participate in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution, under guidance from senior engineers.
- Collaborate closely with team members through scrums, task planning, and iterative development activities.
- Integrate efforts across development and testing teams, helping to improve software delivery pipelines.
- Propose innovative ideas to enhance build, test, and deployment processes, contributing to team efficiency and product quality.
What You Need to Have to Succeed
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Familiarity with computer networking and networking equipment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.