Bratislava, Slovakia Role overview
About this role
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed .
What you’ll build
The SAP Internship Experience Program is SAP’s global, strategic, paid internship program that provides university students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers. This is more than an internship, it’s the foundation for a career built on connection, creativity, and impact.
Position title: SAP iXp Intern – Site Reliability Engineer
Location: Bratislava, Slovakia
Expected start date: November, 1st, 2026
We are looking for a motivated Diploma Student or Intern to join our Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cloud technologies, automation, and modern software delivery practices while contributing to real-world projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Our team supports cloud products such as Digital Currency Hub, Customer Checkout Manager Cloud Edition, Smart Helpers and Supportability Services. We utilise the latest technologies, including Kubernetes (K8s), K8s operators, and GitHub Actions-based pipelines, to deliver significant business value to customers worldwide and help them operate more effectively.
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Develop a passion for coding, automation, and cloud-native technologies.
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Assist in the design, development, testing, and delivery of container-based execution environments.
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Support the development of Kubernetes orchestration frameworks under guidance of senior engineers.
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Help automate operational practices and contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements.
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Contribute to the technical execution of delivery architecture and support cloud enablement efforts.
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Learn and apply best practices in the software development lifecycle.
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Work effectively in a fast-paced, agile team environment and collaborate on feature delivery.
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Document findings, processes, and solutions as part of your diploma thesis or internship report.
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Flexible working hours; part-time arrangements possible in coordination with university schedule
What You’ll bring
A curious and agile mindset, with a passion for learning and the resilience to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Emotional intelligence and cultural awareness that support inclusive teamwork and thoughtful stakeholder engagement. A growing foundation in business acumen and emerging technologies—especially artificial intelligence—paired with a results-oriented approach and the courage to take initiative.
Key Requirement:
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Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
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Highly motivated and technology-oriented with a strong willingness to learn.
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Basic knowledge of containerisation (Docker) and orchestration concepts (Kubernetes) is a plus.
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Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD concepts.
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Basic programming skills in one or more of the following: Java, Python, Go, Shell Script, or JavaScript.
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Interest in cloud infrastructure, deployment methodologies, and DevOps/SRE practices.
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Interest in large-scale cloud software build, integration, and test environments.
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Experience with test-driven development approaches is a plus.
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Agile mindset, quick to learn, and eager to collaborate with the team.
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No prior professional experience required. Academic projects, hackathons, or personal coding projects are considered a plus.
Language Skill:
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Good interpersonal and communication skills; fluent in both written and spoken Slovak and English.
Mindset:
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Team-oriented and communicative
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Curious and eager to explore new technologies and tools
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Customer-focused and quality-driven
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Creative and open to innovative solutions
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Self-organized and proactive
Where you belong
Be part of SAP Next Gen, a global community for students, universities, schools and educational partners, who are passionate about innovation and technology.
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Culture of Collaboration: Partner with experienced SAP colleagues and expert mentors who will support your growth. Grow professionally through personalized mentoring, coaching, and career development support.
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Project-driven Experience: Kickstart your career with hands-on learning experience, making an impact from day one by contributing to meaningful projects that help the world run better. You’ll have endless learning resources at your fingertips and gain future-ready skills from a variety of virtual, in-person, and hybrid learning sessions, cultivated just for you, and aligned with our learning approach.
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Gain Visibility: Build relationships with leaders and peers across teams and functions. Showcase your ideas, skills, and creativity in a global, fast-paced environment. Open doors for future career opportunities within SAP and beyond.
The hourly range for this position is €8-9
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Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best. We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Compensation Range Transparency
SAP believes pay transparency is essential for cultivating an honest, supportive, and inclusive culture, representing a significant step in our commitment to leading the way in achieving pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range for the posted role, with a targeted range of 0-EUR. The actual amount offered to successful candidates will fall within this range and will depend on factors such as education, skills, experience, and role scope, as determined during the selection process. SAP also offers specific benefits to employees in hourly or similar roles, subject to the terms of applicable plans or policy terms. You can find a summary of benefits and eligibility requirements on SAP's Benefits and Rewards site.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
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Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.Requisition ID: 458773 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Student | Employment Type: Limited Part Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
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